Peanut Butter Buttons

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   1. Preheat oven to 350u00b0F (180u00b0C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

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   2. Place butter and peanut butter in a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat on high until very creamy.

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   3. Beat in 1/2 cup (125 mL) sugar until well blended. Then beat in egg yolks, one at a time, scraping down sides as needed. Beat in vanilla and then flour until combined.

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   4. Place 3 tbsp (45 mL) sugar in a shallow dish. Form dough into 1-inch (2.5-cm) balls, and roll in the sugar. Place on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches (5 cm) apart. Use your finger to press into centre of each dough ball to form an indent.

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   5. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven, place a peanut butter cup in indent and then continue to bake until golden and set, about 6 to 8 more minutes.

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   6. Remove to a rack to cool completely. When completely cool, dust with icing sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.