Pinata Sugar Cookies with a Surprise Inside - Ole!

These Pinata Sugar Cookies are a festive and fun treat that are ideal for parties and celebrations. The bright exterior conceals a tasty surprise inside, making them popular with both children and adults. These cookies will brighten up any gathering with their bright appearance and delicious taste. Ole!

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour


• 1 teaspoon baking soda


• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder


• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened


• 1 1/2 cups white granulated sugar


• 1 large egg


• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


• Assorted colored candy e


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• , M&Ms, Skittles


• 1/4 cup powdered sugar for decorating


• Food coloring optional

Instructions:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together

If desired, divide the dough into separate portions and add food coloring to each portion for a colorful dough

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Take a small amount of dough and roll it into a ball about 1

5 inches in diameter

Flatten the ball slightly and place a few pieces of assorted colored candy in the center

Take another small amount of dough and roll it into a flat circle to cover the candy-filled dough ball

Seal the edges of the two dough pieces together, making sure no candy is visible

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and candy

Place the filled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely

Once the cookies are cooled, dust them with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness

Enjoy these delightful Pinata Sugar Cookies with a surprise inside - Ole!