INGREDIENTS
For the cookies::
3 sticks
unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups
granulated sugar
2
large eggs
2 tsp
vanilla extract
1/2 tsp
almond extract (optional)
4 1/2 cups
all-purpose flour
1 tsp
baking powder
For the icing::
2 cups
powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp
vanilla extract
4 tbsp
water or milk