Teddy Bears Cookies

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   In large bowl, combine brown sugar and butter; beat until light and fluffy.

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   Add vanilla and eggs; blend well.

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   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.

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   In medium bowl, combine flour, oats and baking soda; mix well.

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   Add to brown sugar mixture; blend well.

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   Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour for easier handling.

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   Heat oven to 375*F. For each bear, form two 1/2 inch balls and one 1 1/2 inch ball.

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   Place the large ball on ungreased cookie sheet; place smaller piece s on top to form ears.

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   Flatten dough slightly; crimp edges with fork.

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    Repeat with remaining dough, placing large balls of dough 3 inches apart on cookie sheets.

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    Bake for 7 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown.

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    Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets.

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    Cool 10 minutes or until completely cooled.

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    To decorate, use small round tip on decorator icing; pipe icing on each cookie for eyes and mouth.

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    For nose, use small amount of icing to secure M and M's on cookie.

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    Let icing set before storing.

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    Store in lightly covered container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.