finally time for a little baking...

Every year there are always certain cookie recipes that i pull out and make during Christmas. one of them, which is definetly up there on the list, is the Almond Crescent Cookie, one that my mom made every year when i was growing up. so... a Christmas without them just wouldn't be right. Tonight i finally had some time to pull out the mixer and whip up a batch (tough working 40 hrs a week during Christmas...)

here is the recipe if you are interested.

Almond Crescent Cookie
yields 3 dozen cookies


1 cup (2 sticks butter)
1 cup confectioners sugar (divided)
1 tsp almond extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup finely copped almonds

In a large bowl, beat butter with 1/2 cup confectioners sugar until light and fluffy. Sift flour and gradually add to mixture, along with almonds, Blend together until it forms a dough. Shape dough into a ball, seal in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. heat over to 350 degrees. Divide dough into 8 pieces, Lightly flour hands and work surface. Shape each piece into a 1/2 inch thick roll. Cut each roll into 2 inch pieces. Arrange on un-greased cookies sheets and shape each into a crescent, tapering the ends by gently pinching them. Bake 18-20 minutes or until faintly brown.

When cookies are complete cooled, dust tops with sifted remaining sugar. Store in airtight container. Enjoy!

Merry Christmas! Happy Baking!