Candy Cookies

1. 1

   Beat butter and sugar in a medium bowl until light and creamy.

2. 2

   Transfer mixture to a large bowl; stir in flour. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface 30 seconds, or until smooth.

3. 3

   Divide dough into 2 portions. Shape each portion into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill 30 mins.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Grease and line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

5. 5

   Roll each dough portion between sheets of parchment paper until 1/4 inch thick. Using a 3 inch round cookie cutter, cut 12 cookies from dough. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle hard candies over cookies.

6. 6

   Bake 10-12 mins, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool on baking sheets.

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