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Almond Cookies

Almond Cookies. Buttery, soft and chewy these cookies are made with almond flour, almond extract, and topped with slices of toasted almond! 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Chill Time
30 mins
Total Time
47 mins
Servings: 18 Servings
Calories: 182 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
Topping
  • sliced almonds

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup almond flour, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon baking powder. Mix together and set aside.
  2. Using a stand or a hand mixer, beat 1 cup unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. 
  3. Add in 1 large egg, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon almond extract. Mix until well combined. 
  4. Add the flour mixture into the butter mixture. Mix until combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. 
  5. Cover the bowl of dough and place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes. 
  6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet pan with a parchment paper. 
  7. Using a small cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough and place it on the baking sheet 2 inches apart. Gently press down the dough to flatten to about ½ inch thickness. Top with sliced almonds. 
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until just starting to brown along the edges. 
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling. 

Notes

  • Recipe yields 3 dozen cookies.
  • Storage: 
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  • Cookie dough can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.
  • Store the baked cookies in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 5 days. 
  • You can freeze these cookies. Once the cookies have cooled to room temperature, store in a sealed freezer safe container or bag for 3-4 months. Remove from freezer and thaw at room temperature. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 2cookies Calories 182kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 36mg (12%) Sodium 159mg (7%) Potassium 32mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 328IU (7%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 182

% Daily Value*

Serving 2cookies
Calories 182kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 159mg 7%
Potassium 32mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 328IU 7%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.