Almond Meltaway Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2

Mix together butter and sugar.  Beat until light and fluffy

Step 3

Add in egg and extract and mix until combined

Step 4

Add in flour, baking powder and salt.  Mix until combined

Step 5

Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on baking sheet.  Use the bottom of a glass to press down onto cookie and gently flatten.

Step 6

Bake for 8 minutes.  Do not overbake cookie.

Step 7

Remove from oven and place on cooling rack.

Step 8

In a bowl, mix together powdered sugar, milk and almond extract.

Step 9

Frost cooled cookies.  Allow frosting to set up.  Place in refrigerate to help them set up faster.