Ingredients
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1 cup (2 sticks/226 grams)butter
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3/4 cup (170 grams) sugar
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1 egg
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2 1/4 cups sifted flour
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1/8 teaspoon baking powder
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pinch of salt
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1 teaspoon almond extract
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green and red sugar sprinkles
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equipment
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cookie press
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375F (180C). Prepare baking pans with parchment paper. |
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In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and gradually add the sugar until light and fluffy. |
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Add the egg and almond extract and blend well. |
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Whisk the baking powder and pinch of salt into flour. |
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Add the flour into the butter mixture and mix for 1-2 minutes until all is incorporated. |
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Place dough into a cookie press with the Christmas tree attachment. |
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Form cookies onto the baking sheet, about 1 inch (2.5cm) apart. Sprinkle with sugar. |
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until just lightly golden around edges. |
