BRENDA'S FESTIVE COOKIE DOUGH 
3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. butter, softened
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. almond extract
1/4 tsp. coconut flavoring (optional)

In medium mixing bowl sift flour and baking powder; set aside. In large bowl beat butter and cream cheese with electric mixer, for 30 seconds. Add sugar, beat until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, almond extract and coconut flavoring; beat well. Gradually add flour mixture to creamed mixture, beat well after each addition.

Divide into thirds (about 2 cups each). Cover and chill overnight or place in moisture and vapor proof plastic bags. Seal, label, and freeze up to 3 months. Roll, cut out. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown.

 

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