Cherry Danish Cookies
Delicious cherry-filled Danish cookies with a hint of almond flavor, perfect for a sweet treat. Ingredients: 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cherry preserves 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup sliced almonds Instructions: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy Gradually add flour and mix well Divide dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour Preheat oven to 350F 175C Roll out one portion of dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness Cut into 2-inch squares Place 1/2 teaspoon of cherry preserves in the center of each square Fold two opposite corners of the square over the preserves, pressing to seal Place cookies on an ungreased baking sheet Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden Remove from the ...