Surprise Sugar Stars

Surprise Sugar Stars
Surprise Sugar Stars might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 2g of protein, 4g of fat, and a total of 174 calories. This recipe serves 48. If you have almond extract, eggs, vanillan extract, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
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Combine the dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until easy to handle.
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On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness.
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Cut with 2-in star cookie cutter or the cutter of your choice.
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Place half of the stars on ungreased baking sheets. Spoon 1-1/2 teaspoonfuls of pie filling into the centers of each. Top with remaining stars. Pinch edges to seal; cut a small slit in top of each cookie.
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Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.
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For icing, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, extract and enough milk to achieve desired consistence.
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Spread over cookies.
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Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In45 m.
Servings48
Health Score0
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