Prepare the Dough

• In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth, pliable dough forms.

Shape the Cookies

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Roll small portions of dough (about the size of a walnut) into smooth, round balls.
• Arrange the dough balls on the baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake

• Bake the cookies for 8–10 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Make the Glaze

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.

Glaze and Decorate

• Dip the tops of the cooled cookies into the glaze, letting the excess drip off.
• Place the cookies back on the wire rack and immediately sprinkle them with festive decorations.

Let Them Set

• Allow the glaze to set for 20–30 minutes before serving or storing the cookies.