Butter Almond Cookies

• 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
• 1 large egg,
• 2 cups
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons almond extract
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, 5 tablespoons butter and egg yolk until smooth. Add cookie mix and mix well.
2. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead 15-20 times or until smooth. Roll into a 12-in. square. Spread remaining butter to within 1/2 in. of edges.
3. Combine sugar and extract; sprinkle over half of the dough. Fold dough over sugar mixture; pinch edges to seal. Lightly beat egg white; brush over top of dough. Sprinkle with almonds.
4. Place on a greased
5. . Bake at 375u0b0 for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
6. Transfer to a cutting board. Cut widthwise with a serrated knife into 1/2-in. slices; cut each slice in half lengthwise. Store in an airtight container.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/butter-almond-cookies/ (may not work)