Almond Crescent Cookies
This is a recipe I make almost every Christmas. I got it from a coworker about 20 years ago. It's a big hit with those who like almonds.
salted butter, at room temperature
½
cup
confectioners' sugar, plus extra for dusting
⅓
cup
vanilla extract
1
teaspoon
almond extract
1
teaspoon
salt
⅛
teaspoon
all-purpose flour, sifted
¾
cup
all-purpose flour, sifted
2
tablespoons
almonds, finely chopped
½
cup
 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  Beat butter and confectioners' sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt; mix briefly to incorporate. Gradually stir 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour into the creamed butter, add almonds, and mix until dough is just combined.
  Shape dough into tiny crescents; place on an ungreased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  Bake cookies in preheated oven until edges are golden, about 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  Roll cookies in sifted confectioners' sugar when cooled.
