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Candy Bar Cookies Recipe

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Cookie Batter


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup sifted powdered sugar
2 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups self-rising flour - sifted

Directions:
Directions:
Cream the butter. Gradually add the powdered sugar, creaming well. Add the evaporated milk and vanilla; mix well.

Blend in the self rising flour. Mix thoroughly. If necessary, chill for easier handling.

Roll out the dough, half at a time, on floured surface to a 12 x 8-inch rectangle; trim sides. Cut into 3 x 1½-inch rectangles or 2-inch squares. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.

Bake at 325º for 12 to 16 minutes until lightly browned. Cool.

Spread 1 teaspoonful caramel filling. Top with 1/2 teaspoon chocolate icing. (See directions for the filling and icing on the next page).

Decorate with a pecan half, if desired.








 

Caramel Filling for Candy Bar Cookies


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/2 pound (about 28) Kraft light colored candy caramels
1/4 cup evaporated milk.
1/4 cup butter
1 cup powdered sugar - sifted
1 cup pecans - chopped

Directions:
Directions:
In the top of a double boiler, combine the candy caramels and the evaporated milk. Heat until the caramels melt, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat. Add the butter, powdered sugar and the pecans. Stir.



 

Chocolate Icing for Candy Bar Cookies


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup (6 oz. package) semi-sweet chocolate pieces
1/3 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1/2 cup powdered sugar - sifted

Directions:
Directions:
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate pieces with the evaporated milk over low heat.

Remove from heat. Stir in the butter, vanilla, and the powdered sugar.

Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Per Memaw: Real Good








 

 

 

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