Vanilla Shortbread Poppers

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   Heat oven to 325 degrees F.

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   Mix flour, cornstarch and salt until blended.

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   Beat butter, cream cheese and 2/3 cup sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended.

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   Add vanilla; mix well.

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   Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.

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   Roll dough into 1/2-inch balls; place, 1/2 inch apart, on parchment-covered baking sheets.

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   Bake 25 to 28 min.

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   or until bottoms are golden brown.

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   Cool on baking sheets 1 min.

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    Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

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    Place remaining sugar in medium bowl.

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    Add cookies, in batches; toss to evenly coat with sugar.

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    Gently shake off excess sugar.

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