Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 Teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons corn starch
1 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
25 candied red cherries, cut in half
2 tablespoons of confectioners' sugar ( optional )
Mix instruction:
Step 1 - mix butter, sugar and egg for 3 minutes until all even and smooth, then add vanilla.
Step 2 - mix corn starch, baking powder and flour, split in 4 small portions, then add gradually with other ingredients until the dough blended well.
Step 3 - roll the dough in long round shape with 2 inches diameter.
Cut the dough in 1/4 inch thick and place the round shaped dough in the baking pan.
place the half cut cherry in the middle and slightly press it.
Use a small knife or fork to design the cookies as you wish.