Almond Cookies

Almond Cookies

1/2 c butter

1 c white sugar

1 egg

1 tsp almond extract

1 3/4 c flour

2 tsp baking powder

1/8 tsp salt

1/4 c sliced almonds

2 Tbsp milk 

Preheat oven to 325F. 

In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.

Add the egg and almond extract.  Mix until fluffy.

Stir in the flour, baking powder and salt. Mix until just mixed together. 

On a parchment paper lined cookie sheet or a lightly sprayed cookie sheet, roll the dough into small balls and slightly flatten.

Sprinkle with almonds. 

Bake for 11 - 14 minutes or until the edges are slightly browned.