Christmas Recipes

Dutch Treats  

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened                                                

3 large eggs

8 ounces cream cheese, softened                                   

1 cup sugar

2 cups flour                                                             

8 oz. almond paste, cut into cubes

Sliced almonds

Directions:

1. In bowl, cream butter and cream cheese, gradually add the flour, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Roll into 1" balls.

3. Press dough in greased miniature muffin tins -- set aside.

  

To Prepare Filling:

1. Beat eggs in a mixing bowl, until light and fluffy -- add sugar, beat well. Add almond paste, beat well.

2. Spoon a tablespoon into each cup. Top with three almond slices.

3. Bake at 325* for 25-30 minutes or lightly browned -- and filling is set.

4. Cool for 10 minutes in tins before removing to racks to cool completely.

Yields 5 Dozen