Shortbread Sparkler Buds
["1 c. (2 sticks) butter or margarine", "1/2 c. very fine granulated sugar", "2 c. sifted regular flour", "yellow decorating sugar"]
["Cream butter with sugar until fluffy.", "Blend in flour gradually, then beat at medium speed for 5 minutes, or knead with hands until satin-smooth.", "Pat out to a rectangle (9 x 6-inch) on an ungreased cookie sheet.", "Chill several hours or until dough is firm enough to hold its shape when cut (overnight is better).", "Cut into rounds with a floured 1-inch cutter.", "Place on ungreased cookie sheets.", "Sprinkle generously with decorating sugar.", "Chill 30 minutes before baking.", "Pat out trimmings to 3/4-inch thick. Chill and cut, following earlier instructions.", "Bake at 325\u00b0 for 18 to 20 minutes, or until cookies are firm in center and lightly golden around edges.", "Remove; cool completely on wire racks."]
["butter", "sugar", "regular flour", "yellow decorating sugar"]