Finnish Christmas Cookies

Finnish Christmas Cookies

My friend bakes these cookies at Christmas," says Judith Outlaw of Portland, Oregon. "They're popular at cookie exchanges, but my friend's husband urges her not to trade any of them! Christmas Food Gifts | Christmas Recipes | Christmas Recipes Dinner | Christmas Food | Christmas Recipes Appetizers | Christmas Recipes Dessert | Christmas Food Ideas | Christmas Recipes Baking

Prep time: 00:20
Cook time: 00:10
Total time: 00:30

Yield: 6 Servings

Ingredients:
2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2/3 cup finely chopped almonds
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Instructions:

Step number 1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Next step is, Roll out onto a well-floured surface to 1/4-in. thickness. Brush lightly with egg. Sprinkle with almonds and sugar if desired. Using a fluted pastry cutter or knife, cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.

After that, Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

Thanks to: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/finnish-christmas-cookies/?trkid=soc-toh-pinterest-lp

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