"As soon as I was old enough, I helped make these distinctive almond cookies. You can freeze the dough, so they’re perfect for the busy holidays. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups plus 2 tablespoons cake flour
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3/4 cup plus 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup cold butter, cubed
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
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1/4 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted