Shortbread Hearts

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.

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