In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2–3 minutes.

Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.

💠 Divide the dough evenly into three portions.

✔ Leave one portion plain (vanilla)

✔ Mix melted chocolate into the second portion

✔ Add red food coloring to the third portion and mix well

Press each dough portion into a flat rectangle. Stack them carefully (chocolate, vanilla, pink), then gently press together.

Wrap the layered dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This makes slicing much easier.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the chilled dough into even cookies and place on a lined baking sheet.

Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top or gently press them into each cookie.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.