Preheat oven to 375.

Mix the crisco shortening, butter, sugar and almond extract.

Then add the flour a little at a time. Keep mixing until a firm dough is form.

Take the dough, form small balls.

Place the small balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and press the center with your thumb to make a small dent. Place nonpareil sprinkles in the center of the cookie.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.