Combine sugar and almond extract; mix well. Set aside.
In large mixer bowl, combine butter, cream cheese, flour, baking powder and salt. Blend at low speed until dough forms. Knead on floured surface until smooth.
Divide dough in half; roll out each to a 16x9 inch rectangle. Sprinkle each rectangle with 3-4 T. sugar mixture. For each rectangle fold one end of dough over center. Fold other end over to make 3 layers. Turning dough a quarter way around, repeat rolling and folding 2 more times, sprinkling with 3-4 T. sugare mixture each time. Roll out again to 18x9; cut into 3x1 1/2 inch strips. Place on cookie sheets and bake at 400 for 8-10 minutes. Cool.
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