Almond Cookies
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
271 kcal
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Course
Baked Goods
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Cuisine
International
Almond Cookies
Description
The recipe for Almond Cookies involves creaming shortening and icing sugar to create a smooth base, enhanced optionally by almond extract for extra aroma. The dry ingredients cornstarch and all-purpose flour are incorporated with roasted almond flakes, adding crunch and flavor contrast. After chilling, the dough is rolled out to approximately 1 cm thickness and cut into rounds for uniform baking.
Baking at 160°C (325°F) for 20 minutes produces cookies that are gently crisp on the outside but tender inside. Cooling completely before storing helps maintain their texture. These almond cookies can be a simple treat for gatherings or personal enjoyment, valued for their mild sweetness and almond essence.
Using parchment paper prevents sticking, and lightly dusting cookie cutters with flour aids in clean shapes. The recipe's use of shortening contributes to a tender texture distinct from butter-based cookies.
Ingredients
- 130 g (4⅔ oz) shortening
- 70 g (2½ oz) icing sugar powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 80 g (2⅘ oz) cornstarch
- 120 g (4¼ oz) all-purpose flour or plain flour
- 60 g (2 oz) almond flakes lightly roasted
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, beat the shortening, icing sugar, salt, and almond extract (if using) until smooth.
- Add the sieved corn flour and all-purpose flour, followed by the almond flakes. Stir until well incorporated to form a soft dough.
- Roll the dough between sheets of plastic until it is 1 cm (½ inch) thick. Dust the cookie cutter with some flour and cut out rounds. Arrange the cookies on the baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 160°C (325°F) for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use lightly roasted almond flakes to add crunch and richer aroma.
- Preheat the oven properly to ensure even baking at 160°C (325°F).
- Dust the cookie cutter with flour to prevent sticking when shaping the dough.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crispness.
- Optional almond extract enhances almond flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8people | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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