Almond Poppy Seed Shortbread

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 cups flour
• 2 cups unsalted butter, softened at room temperat
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 2 tablespoons almond extract
• 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Directions

1. 1

   Cream together the butter, sugar, cream cheese, poppyseed and almond extract.

2. 2

   Add the flour and blend well.

3. 3

   Roll the dough into balls and press down with the palm of your hand to desired size.

4. 4

   The cookies will not spread.

5. 5

   Place a sliced almond on top for accent.

6. 6

   Bake at 350* for 15 minutes.