Dutch Krakelingen

Directions

1. 1
   In mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla.
2. 2
   Beat until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Gradually add flour and milk to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Chill dough for ease in handling.
5. 5
   Divide dough into four equal parts.
6. 6
   Work with one part at a time and refrigerate remaining dough.
7. 7
   Divide each part into 8 pieces.
8. 8
   Roll piece out to an 8-inch strand and twist into a pretzel shape.
9. 9
   Place on greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Brush cookie with egg and sprinkle with sugar.
11. 11
    Bake in preheated 400° oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly brown.
12. 12
    Cool on racks.
13. 13
    Yields 32 cookies.