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Almond Cookies

Delightful almond cookies with a crispy exterior and tender, melt-in-your-mouth center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Brings sweetness and tenderness.
  • 1 cup almond flour Provides a rich almond flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sturdy base for cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Gives cookies slight lift.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Adds almond goodness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • to taste slivered almonds, for topping Optional, adds crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Prepare your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, along with the vanilla and almond extracts. Mix just until combined.
  6. Scoop or roll the dough into small balls (approximately 1 tablespoon each) and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  7. Gently press a few slivered almonds on top of each cookie.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Storage
  1. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute unsalted butter with coconut oil; for a different sweetness, use coconut sugar in place of granulated sugar.