Sparkling Stained Glass Cookies: A Festive and Fun Delight!

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
Chill the Dough:

Divide the dough into two portions, flatten each into discs, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat and Prepare:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
While the dough chills, crush the hard candies by placing them in plastic bags and smashing them with a rolling pin. Keep the colors separate for a vibrant effect.
Cut the Cookies:

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
Use large cookie cutters (e.g., stars, circles, hearts) to cut out shapes. Then, use smaller cookie cutters to cut out centers within each cookie.
Add the Stained Glass:

Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheets. Carefully spoon the crushed candies into the center cutouts, filling them evenly but not overflowing.
Bake:

Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the candy centers have melted.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them, as the candy centers need to harden.
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