Almond-Filled Crescents

Instructions

1. 1

   Break almond paste into small pieces in medium bowl; add butter. Beat with electric mixer on low speed until blended.

2. 2

   Beat on high speed until fluffy (tiny bits of almond paste will remain).

3. 3

   Roll one fourth of dough at a time into 10-inch circle on lightly floured surface.

4. 4

   Spread one fourth of almond paste mixture (about 1/2 cup) over circle.

5. 5

   Cut into 12 wedges. Roll up wedges, beginning at rounded edge.

6. 6

   Place on ungreased cookie sheet with points underneath. Repeat with remaining dough and almond paste mixture.

7. 7

   Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely.

9. 9

   Drizzle with Glaze.