Peppermint Snowballs

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, butter, peppermint extract, vanilla and egg.
3. 3
   Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl until creamy (2-3 minutes).
4. 4
   Reduce speed to low.
5. 5
   Add flour, baking powder and salt.
6. 6
   Beat, scraping bowl until well blended (1-2 minutes).
7. 7
   By hand, stir in 1/2 cup candy.
8. 8
   Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls; roll in granulated sugar.
9. 9
   Place 1 inch apart on a cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
11. 11
    Cool completely.
12. 12
    In a small bowl mix rest of powdered sugar and enough milk for maple syrup consistency.
13. 13
    Drizzle cooled cookies with glaze.
14. 14
    Immediately sprinkle with the remaining peppermint candies.