Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Mix flour with cornstarch and confectioners sugar in mixing bowl.
Blend in butter and almond extract until a soft dough is formed.
Shape into small balls, ½ to 1 inch in diameter. Roll in coconut and place on ungreased baking sheets about 1 to 1½ inches apart.
Flatten cookies with lightly floured fork, if desired.
Bake at 300 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Makes 3 to 3½ dozen.
NOTE: If dough is too soft to handle, cover and chill about 1 hour