Vaniljekranse Vanilla Ring Cookies

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until well combined.

3. Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together. It should be smooth and slightly sticky.

4. Fill a cookie press or piping bag with the dough. If using a cookie press, choose the desired shape for the dough discs; if using a piping bag, attach a large star tip for a traditional round shape.

5. Pipe the dough into small ring shapes on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Top each cookie with a few sliced almonds for decoration.

6. Bake the Vaniljekranse in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

7. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Once cooled, store the Vaniljekranse in an airtight container at room temperature. They can be served with a cup of hot cocoa or enjoyed on their own as a delightful Christmas treat.