Italian Almond Fingers
1/2 C. Butter or Margarine softened
3 Tbls. Granulated Sugar
1 Tbls. Water
1 tsp. Almond Extract
1/4 tsp. Salt
1 C. All-Purpose Flour
1 C. (about 4 1/2 oz) finely Chopped Almonds
1/2 C. Powdered Sugar
In large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light colored. Beat in
water, almond extract and salt.
With low speed on mixer, gradually beat in flour. Stir in almonds.
Chill dough at least 30 min.
Roll dough into small 2 inch long rolls or *fingers*. Place on
ungreased cookie sheet 1 inch apart.
Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes.
Cool slightly on cookie sheet
While cookies are still warm, roll in powdered sugar.
You may want to roll again in powdered sugar after they are
completely cooled |