12.19.2008

The BEST cookies I've had so far this Christmas season!

Almond Sugar Cookies

1 Cup Butter
¾ Cup Sugar
1tsp almond extract
2 Cups Flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt

Mix all the above roll into 1 inch balls, flatten cookies with bottom of glass dipped in sugar. Bake 400 for 7-9 until lightly brown on edges. Cool for 1 min before removing to wire rack.

Mix 1 c powdered sugar with 1 ½ tsp almond extract and 2 – 3 tsp water for glaze. Color with food color, drizzle over cookies then sprinkle with slivered almonds. Makes 4 doz.

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