PINK SWEETIES (PRETTY PINK ALMOND COOKIES)

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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.)

Provided by Belinda in Austin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h14m

Yield 36-48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

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)

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and sugar, adding eggs, one at a time.
  • Add the rest of the cookie ingredients.
  • Add a few drops of red food coloring to the dough, and swirl through mixture.
  • Thoroughly chill the dough, before rolling it into balls, and placing them on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Flatten balls slightly, and bake for 14 minutes in a 350 degree oven.
  • Mix glaze ingredients together, and pour over slightly warm cookies.
  • Let dry, and store in a tightly sealed container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.6, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 31.4, Sodium 85.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 14.5, Protein 2

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