Holiday Chocolate Butter Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter, softened
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. almond extract
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa

Preparation

In a large bowl combine all ingredients, except the flour and cocoa.
Beat at medium speed until light and fluffy (2 to 3 minutes).
Gradually add flour and cocoa until well mixed (2 to 3 minutes).
Shape rounded teaspoonfuls as desired (1-inch balls) or use cookie press.
Place 1-inch apart on cookie sheets.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 7 to 9 minutes or until done.