Confectioner's Frames

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Combine cookie dough with brandy extract and flour, kneading to combine.
3. 3
   On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
4. 4
   Cut out 3-inch squares (rounds or rectangles) and place on a cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Cut out the center of each, leaving a border to fit a picture.
6. 6
   Freeze for 20 minutes, and then bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned around edges.
7. 7
   Cool on cooling rack.
8. 8
   Frost with white frosting and decorate with assorted candies, or pipe with decorator icing.
9. 9
   Adhere a photo with frosting.