WINDMILLS ON A STICK

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Whip together these richly sweet cookies for Mom, Dad-or the entire family anytime of year. "Children especially love them," attests Barbara Laferriere. She makes "bouquets" to give to kids (and adults!) who visit her Aylmer, Quebec home at Christmas.-Barbara Laferriere, Aylmer, Quebec

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg, separated
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2/3 cup colored sugars
30 milk chocolate M&M's
30 wooden or craft sticks

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and egg yolk until smooth. Combine flour and baking powder; beat into cream cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Divide dough in half. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 15x9-in. rectangle. With a sharp knife or pastry wheel, cut dough into 3-in. squares. Place 3 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. , Beat egg white until frothy; brush over squares. Sprinkle with colored sugars. Cut through the dough from each corner of a square to within 1/2 in. of the center. Fold alternating points to the center to form a windmill; pinch gently at center to seal. , Press an M&M into each center. Gently press a wooden stick near the dough points. Bake at 350° for 9-12 minutes or until set (cookies will not brown). Remove immediately to wire racks to cool.

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