Lollipop Cookies

• 1/2 c. softened butter
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tsp. vanilla
• 1 1/4 c. flour (all-purpose)
• 1 c. sifted powdered sugar
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• granulated sugar
• 18 wooden craft sticks (popsicle)
• assorted 4 1/2 oz. tubes of decorating frosting
• assorted candies and sprinkles

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed with electric mixer until blended.
2. Set aside. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; add gradually to butter mixture, beating after each addition.
3. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
4. Dip a flat-bottomed glass in granulated sugar and use to flatten each ball.
5. Insert a wooden stick into each to resemble a lollipop.
6. Bake at 350u0b0 for 11 to 12 minutes.
7. Cool completely on cookie sheets; remove carefully.
8. Decorate cookies as desired.
9. Makes 1 1/2 dozen.

butter, egg yolk, vanilla, flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, salt, sugar, craft, sprinkles

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=939507 (may not work)