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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 48 |
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Tender and toasty, these buttery almond bites were a winner with our taste testers. âJeanette Meidal, Savage, Minnesota Ingredients:
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided |
1 egg, separated |
2 cups quick cookie mix |
3/4 cup sugar |
2 teaspoons almond extract |
1/4 cup sliced almonds |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, 5 tablespoons butter and egg yolk until smooth. Add cookie mix and mix well.
2. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead 15-20 times or until smooth. Roll into a 12-in. square. Spread remaining butter to within 1/2 in. of edges.
3. Combine sugar and extract; sprinkle over half of the dough. Fold dough over sugar mixture; pinch edges to seal. Lightly beat egg white; brush over top of dough. Sprinkle with almonds.
4. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
5. Transfer to a cutting board. Cut widthwise with a serrated knife into 1/2-in. slices; cut each slice in half lengthwise. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 4 dozen.
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