Step 1

Cream together butter and sugars, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add in eggs and vanilla and beat again.

Step 3

Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to dough, one third at a time until all added. Stir in almonds.

Step 4

Using a small cookie scoop, place dough on a parchment lined baking sheet three inches apart (these cookies spread.) Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 8-9 minutes. Until edges turn golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to racks to cool completely.