Description
These Almond Sugar Cookies combine the rich flavor of almond extract with a tender, buttery dough for a delightful treat. Topped with a sweet almond glaze and sliced almonds, they make the perfect elegant dessert or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 teaspoons almond extract
Almond Icing
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; then set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which typically takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Wet Flavors: Beat in the large egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until the mixture is well combined, ensuring even flavor distribution.
- Combine Dough: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a consistent dough forms without overmixing.
- Form Cookies: Scoop approximately 1/4 cup portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden.
- Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Almond Icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until you achieve a thick glaze consistency.
- Glaze and Garnish: Spoon the almond glaze over each cooled cookie, gently spreading it evenly. Top each cookie with sliced almonds and allow the glaze to set completely before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the milk in the icing with almond milk for a stronger almond flavor and a dairy-free option.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve the best cookie texture.
- Use parchment paper to ensure easy removal of cookies and prevent burning on the bottom.
- For a festive touch, consider adding a sprinkle of colored sugar before baking or using different nut toppings.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to a week to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
