Shortbread Hearts

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F Beat butter, powdered sugar, almond extract and food color in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes.
2. 2
   Stir in flour and almonds.
3. 3
   Divide dough in half; cover half and set aside.
4. 4
   Place remaining half on ungreased cookie sheet; press into heart shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
5. 5
   Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until edges just begin to brown.
6. 6
   Cool on cookie sheet 25 minutes; carefully remove from cookie sheet to serving platter.
7. 7
   Repeat with remaining dough.
8. 8
   Place baking chips and shortening in microwavable bowl.
9. 9
   Microwave uncovered on Medium-High (70%) about 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until chips can be stirred smooth.
10. 10
    Drizzle over shortbread.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with heart sprinkles.