Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a cookie sheet with cookie spray or line with silicone baking sheet (Silpat).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, using a fork or pastry cutter, combine butter, flour, and baking powder. Stir in cold water. Form into two balls and shape into two long and thin rectangles (about 4" x 9") on greased or Silpat lined cookie sheet.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, bring butter and water to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour. Add almond or vanilla extract. Stir in eggs and mix until smooth.

Step 4

Spread filling over each rectangle, all the way to the edges.

Step 5

Bake at 350 degrees for 35-42 minutes or until light golden brown.

Step 6

Cream butter, powdered sugar, milk, and almond or vanilla extract. Once pastry has cooled, spread over each rectangle.

Step 7

Top with fresh raspberries (optional) and cut into rectangles or wedges.