Jan Hagel Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine butter and sugar and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and almond extract.

Step 3

Add flour and salt, and mix until combined. Press dough into an even layer in the bottom of a quarter sheet pan.

Step 4

Mix egg white with a little bit of water and brush evenly over top of dough. Sprinkle almonds over the top and sprinkle evenly with sugar.

Step 5

Bake 30-35 minutes, until just golden brown. Slice into squares or triangles and allow to cool before removing from pan and serving. Enjoy!