Norwegian Christmas Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In an electric mixer, cream together butter, white sugar and brown sugar until fluffy.
3. 3
   Separate egg, reserving the egg white.
4. 4
   Add egg yolk, molasses and vanilla to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
5. 5
   In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and cinnamon.
6. 6
   Add dry ingredients into wet ingredients and mix until fully combined.
7. 7
   Divide the dough into 6 even portions.
8. 8
   Roll each portion into a log about 6-7 inches long and about 1/2 inch in diameter.
9. 9
   Place 2 logs on a cookie sheet and flatten each to about 1/4 inch thickness. The cookies will spread when baking so leave plenty of room between them.
10. 10
    Repeat with remaining dough.
11. 11
    Whip egg white in a small bowl until broken up.
12. 12
    Brush egg whites on to top of cookies.
13. 13
    Sprinkle sanding sugar and chopped almonds on top.
14. 14
    Bake for 10-12 minutes; cookies will spread out.
15. 15
    Cook for 3-4 minutes; using a sharp knife, slice diagonally in 1/2 inch strips. Allow to cool completely.