Mint Blossoms

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Combine 1 cup sugar, butter, egg and vanilla in bowl.
3. 3
   Beat at medium speed until well mixed.
4. 4
   Add flour, baking soda and salt; beat at low speed until well mixed.
5. 5
   Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in remaining sugar.
6. 6
   Place 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are very light golden brown.
8. 8
   Remove from oven; immediately press 1 mint candy in center of each cookie.
9. 9
   Remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack; cool completely.