Cinnamon Almond Strips

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Gradually add flour and mix well.
2. 2
   Using a cookie press fitted with a bar disk, press dough 1 in. apart into long strips onto ungreased
3. 3
   . In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; brush over dough.
4. 4
   Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over strips. Cut each strip into 2-in. pieces (there is no need to separate the pieces).
5. 5
   Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm (do not brown). Cut into pieces again if necessary. Remove to wire racks to cool.