Stained Glass Window Cookies

Stained glass window cookies are a popular treat during the holiday season, as they resemble the colorful windows found in churches and other religious buildings.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Stained Glass Window Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 4320

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• as needed Hard candies (assorted colors)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the dough into two equal parts, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Roll out one portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
9. Use a smaller cookie cutter or a knife to cut out the centers of each cookie.
10. Fill the centers with crushed hard candies, making sure to use different colors for a stained glass effect.
11. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
12. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Repeat with the remaining dough and candies.
14. Once cooled, the cookies are ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 14g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.