Smörkranser - Butter Wreath Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/3 cup almonds, blanched and shredded
• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 3/4 cup butter, softened

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. 2

   Beat egg, salt and sugar together until fluffy and sugar is completely dissolved.

3. 3

   Add vanilla and almonds and blend well.

4. 4

   Add flour and butter, kneading it when stiff enough to handle.

5. 5

   Force through a spritz cookie press onto a cookie sheet.

6. 6

   Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.