Butterball Christmas Cookies

My mother had this cookie recipe since the 40's and i've been making it ever since i started baking. they are easy, pretty, delicious, and everyone's favorite even when it's not during christmas baking. you roll them into balls and fit dozens on one cookie sheet - easy as can be.

Steps

Cream sofft butter , adding sugar gradually.

Add egg yolks , slowing blending.

Add flour gradually.

Work dough around a cherry to form a balll.

I make mine about 1 inch across , but you can make them smaller or larger.

Place on greased cookie sheet and bake slowly at 325 for 20 minutes , or until golden brown.

Cool completely.

Then , shake in confectioners sugar.

They are light , and melt-in-your-mouth good.

Enjoy !.

Ingredients

butter, sugar, egg yolks, flour, maraschino cherry