These cookies make an excellent gift for friends and co-workers. They melt in your mouth and taste great! They are perfect for the Christmas season.

Ingredients

• Powdered sugar
• 1 c. butter (room temperature)
• ¼ c. sugar
• 2 c. flour
• 1 c. ground almonds
• 1 tsp. Vanilla or Almond extract

Preparation

Mix the ingredients (all except powdered sugar) together and roll into balls (about the size of a golf ball). Pre-heat the over at 325 degrees. Place the balls on a cookie sheet and bake for 25 min. While they are warm, roll them in sifted powdered sugar.

For a better taste, toast the ground almonds before you add them.

Enjoy!