Description
These Thin and Crispy Almond Cookies are a delightful treat that pairs the nutty flavor of almonds with a buttery, crispy texture. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
- Add Almonds: Fold in the sliced almonds.
- Bake: Drop heaping teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool on the pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, bake a minute or two longer, watching closely to avoid burning.
- You can toast the almonds beforehand for a deeper nutty flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
