Scandinavian Almond Cookies (Cookie Mix)

Submitted by Mom2Rose

"Source: Betty Crocker NOTE: Cookie mix used is 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 35mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 30 cookies
• Serves: 15

ingredients

• Cookies

• 1 (17 1/2 ounce) package betty crocker sugar cookie mix
• 1⁄3 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 3 teaspoons milk
• 1 cup sliced almonds

• Almond Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon almond extract
• 5 -6 teaspoons milk
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

directions

1. Heat oven to 375°F.
2. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, egg, flour and 1 teaspoon almond extract until soft dough forms.
3. Divide dough into 3 equal parts; place on ungreased cookie sheets.
4. Press each into 12x3-inch rectangle.
5. Brush each rectangle with 1 teaspoon milk; sprinkle with 1/3 cup almonds.
6. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown.
7. Cool 1 minute; cut into 1-inch diagonal slices.
8. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.
9. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
10. In small bowl, stir powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract and 5 to 6 teaspoons milk until desired consistency.
11. Drizzle over cookies; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons almonds.