Pink Sweeties (Pretty Pink Almond Cookies) |
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Prep Time: 60 Minutes Cook Time: 14 Minutes |
Ready In: 74 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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These pretty, pink and white swirled, iced almond cookies came from the Woodbine Cottage in Granbury, TX (via my friend, Victoria!). They have a nice almond flavor, they keep well, and they look so pretty! I think they'd be nice for a baby shower, or for Valentine's Day, because of their pink color. (Note: I find this dough to be rather stiff, and recommend using a heavy-duty mixer.) Ingredients:
1 cup butter |
2 cups sugar |
3 eggs |
2 teaspoons almond extract |
4 cups flour |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 cup powdered sugar |
1/2 teaspoon almond extract |
1 1/2 tablespoons half-and-half (approx) |
Directions:
1. Cream the butter and sugar, adding eggs, one at a time.
2. Add the rest of the cookie ingredients.
3. Add a few drops of red food coloring to the dough, and swirl through mixture.
4. Thoroughly chill the dough, before rolling it into balls, and placing them on a greased cookie sheet.
5. Flatten balls slightly, and bake for 14 minutes in a 350 degree oven.
6. Mix glaze ingredients together, and pour over slightly warm cookies.
7. Let dry, and store in a tightly sealed container.
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