Almond Crescent Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup almonds, finely chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, butter, sugar, almond extract, and salt until a soft dough is formed.
3. Shape dough into 1 inch balls, and roll in the chopped almonds. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet, and flatten with your fingers to form crescents.
4. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly golden.
5. Remove from baking sheets to cool on wire racks.

Interesting Facts

• Almond crescent cookies are a traditional Christmas cookie in many countries.
• These cookies originated in Germany and Austria.
• These cookies can also be filled with jam or other sweet fillings.