To prepare a holiday almond wreaths cookies recipe, first you need to prepare the almonds. You will need: Almonds: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat on medium speed until combined. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and no streaks remain. Scoop the mixture into the prepared baking sheets. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.