Almond Softies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. 3
   Add the eggs; blend well.
4. 4
   Add the almond filling and milk; blend well.
5. 5
   In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; add to the butter mixture and mix to form a dough.
6. 6
   Scoop 2 rounded tablespoons.
7. 7
   of dough and roll them together to form each cookie.
8. 8
   Drop dough 2-inches apart onto parchment paper-lined cookie sheets.
9. 9
   Press the sliced almonds into the tops.
10. 10
    Bake about 15 minutes, until the cookies are firm to the touch and lightly golden.
11. 11
    Transfer cookies to wire racks and cool completely.
12. 12
    Store airtight.