ALMOND SHORTBREAD CUTOUTS

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Almonds give these cookies a special flavor. Use your favorite cookie cutters to make different shapes, then let the kids have a hand in adding the finishing touches. Carole Vogel, Allison Park, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup blanched almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons cold water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, almonds, sugar and salt; cover and process until almonds are finely ground. Cut butter into cubes; add to processor. Pulse on and off until mixture resembles coarse crumbs., Combine the yolk, water and almond extract. While processing, gradually add yolk mixture; process until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. , On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut into desired shapes with floured cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough. , Bake at 325° for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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These cookies are a bit expensive to make, but they're definitely worth it.


Mfomo Brice
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I love that this recipe uses almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. It makes the cookies so much more flavorful and nutritious.


Augustine Njavombo
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These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion.


Adrian Williams
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I'm not a baker, but even I could make these cookies. They're so easy to follow.


mdsohel islam
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Timothy Paru
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I've tried this recipe a few times and I've never been disappointed. The cookies are always perfect.


BD BOOS
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Turyamuhaki Brian
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.


Shafin Shayan
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I'm not a huge fan of almond, but these cookies were still really good. The shortbread base is so buttery and flavorful that it really balances out the almond flavor.


Afrin RUMANA
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for Christmas, birthdays, and even just because.


John Flores
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The almond flavor in these cookies is amazing! I used almond extract instead of vanilla and it really made a difference.


Leah Muthoni
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, you can make a delicious and elegant cookie.


Nihal Khan
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These cookies were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I used a heart-shaped cookie cutter and they were perfect for Valentine's Day.


luwin boy
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I tried this recipe and it was a huge hit with my family! The shortbread cookies were perfectly crisp and buttery, and the almond flavor was subtle but delicious. I'll definitely be making these again soon.