Lollipop Cookies --Super Cute and Easy Too--

Peyton&KaylansMama's Note:

I made these (with my kids helping) for a kindergarten picnick. They turned out so cute. They were a complete hit with kids and adults. They were so easy to make we are repeating them for Valentines gifts and individually wrapping them with plastic wrap and a cute little pink ribbon. These are fantastic for bake sales too. Use any sprinkles for or sanding sugar for a different theme. The kids were so proud of their creations and had a ton fun making them. No frosting needed!!! I bought my sticks at the dollar store for a huge pack.These spread while baking so make sure you space them about 1 1/2" apart. Courtesy of Martha Stewart Everyday Food Mag October 2007.

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 24

Yield: 24.0 cookies

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter, softened to room temp (2 sticks)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• colored sanding sugar or candy sprinkles
• 24 wooden ice pop sticks

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350. In medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
2. In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour mixture; mix just until combined (do not overmix).
3. Place sprinkles/sanding sugar in shallow dishes. Roll dough into balls, usin 1 1/2 tablespoons for each. Roll in desired sprinkles, pressing lightly to coat. Insert wooden stick in center of each ball, place on baking sheet about 1 1/2 inches apart, with wooden sticks lying horizontally. Lighlty press down on each ball with the bottom of a glass to flatten slightly.
4. Bake until edges are golden brown and crisp, about 20-25 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool completely.