Pretzel Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar, margarine, milk, vanilla, almond extract and egg. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
3. 3
   Heat oven to 375°.
4. 4
   Divide dough into 4 square parts.
5. 5
   Divide one part into 12 equal pieces (keep remaining dough refrigerated).
6. 6
   Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of colored sugar on board.
7. 7
   Roll each piece of dough on sugared board into pencil like strips and twist into pretzel shape.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Repeat with remaining dough.
10. 10
    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
11. 11
    Makes about 4 dozen cookies.