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Almond crescents are a classic cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a combination of almond flour, sugar, butter, and eggs and have a delicate, nutty flavor. The dough is rolled into a crescent shape and then baked until golden brown. Almond crescents can be enjoyed on their own or with a cup of coffee or tea. They are also a popular addition to cookie plates and gift baskets. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie recipe, almond crescents are a great option. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delicious cookies that are sure to please everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ALMOND CRESCENT COOKIES



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This is a recipe I make almost every Christmas. I got it from a coworker about 20 years ago. It's a big hit with those who like almonds.

Provided by staubenf

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup salted butter, at room temperature
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for dusting
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup all-purpose flour, sifted
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, sifted
½ cup almonds, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat butter and confectioners' sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt; mix briefly to incorporate. Gradually stir 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour into the creamed butter, add almonds, and mix until dough is just combined.
  • Shape dough into tiny crescents; place on an ungreased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake cookies in preheated oven until edges are golden, about 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Roll cookies in sifted confectioners' sugar when cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 39.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

ALMOND CRESCENT COOKIES



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These traditional cookies will almost melt in your mouth. To get the proper consistency in these cookies, make sure the almonds are finely ground, not chopped!

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 45 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons almond extract
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup ground almonds
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray several cookie sheets with cooking spray.
  • With a mixer, beat the butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add vanilla extract and almond extract, beat until incorporated.
  • Stir in the flour and almonds. Work flour mixture into a firm dough.
  • Working with 1 tablespoon of dough at a time, lightly roll and then shape it so the middle is thicker than both ends. Bend dough log into a crescent shape.
  • Place on greased cookie sheets and repeat until all dough is used.
  • Bake 12-15 minutes or until light brown.
  • Sift powdered sugar into a small shallow bowl.
  • While the cookies are still warm , roll the crescents in the powdered sugar.
  • Cool on racks.

ALMOND CRESCENT COOKIES



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Almond crescent cookies are the perfect bite for a tea party or with a coffee. Made with almond flour, they are buttery and nutty!

Provided by Garrett McCord

Categories     Dessert     Baking     Cookie     Almond     Christmas Cookie     Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup of butter, room temperature
2/3 cup of sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of almond extract
2 1/2 cups of flour
1 cup of almond flour (can substitute ground almonds*)
1/4 cup of powdered sugar for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 49 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ALMOND CRESCENT COOKIES



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To me, it isn't Christmas until my kitchen is filled with these almond crescent cookies baking by the dozens. My husband, children and grandchildren all heartily agree!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 10 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup finely ground almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. In a small bowl, combine the flour, almonds and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Divide dough into fourths. Roll out each portion into a long rope, about 1/4 in. diameter. Cut into 2-in. lengths. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets; form each into a crescent. , Bake at 325° for 14-16 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes. In a shallow bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and cinnamon; roll warm cookies in sugar mixture. Place on wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ALMOND CRESCENTS



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Categories     Cookies     Food Processor     Mixer     Dairy     Dessert     Bake     Almond     Chill     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Finely grind nuts, flour and salt in processor. Using electric mixer, beat 1/2 cup powdered sugar, butter and vanilla and almond extracts in large bowl until light. Add nut mixture and beat just until blended. Cover; chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter 2 heavy large baking sheets. For each cookie, roll 1 rounded tablespoonful dough into cylinder; pinch ends to taper. Place in crescent shape on baking sheet. Bake until bottoms of cookies are just golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer baking sheets to racks. Cool cookies. Sift 1/4 cup powdered sugar over. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

ALMOND CRESCENTS RECIPE



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Whip up a quick and easy treat using our Almond Crescents Recipe. This Almond Crescents Recipe consists of crescent-shaped cookies dipped in melted chocolate and pistachios. Serve these crunchy confections at your next gathering!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 54 servings, 1 cookie each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
4 cups flour
1 cup ground almonds
1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix butter and sugar in large bowl with wooden spoon until blended. Gradually add flour, stirring after each addition until blended. Stir in nuts.
  • Shape into 2-inch crescents, using 1 Tbsp. dough for each. Place, 2 inches apart, on parchment- or foil-covered baking sheets.
  • Bake 12 to 15 min. or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 2 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
  • Melt chocolate as directed on package. Dip one end of each cookie in chocolate; top with nuts. Return to wire racks; let stand until chocolate is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 45 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.7601 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

CHOCOLATE ALMOND CRESCENTS



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If you like chocolate-covered almonds, you're in for a treat. These buttery, crumbly cookies make a thoughtful holiday gift. -Vicki Raatz, Waterloo, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 cups butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
2 cups finely chopped almonds
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted
1 to 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Sweetened shredded coconut, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in almonds and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until firm enough to shape., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape 2 teaspoons of dough into 2-in.-long logs; form each log into a crescent. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Dip cookies halfway into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper. If desired, sprinkle with coconut. Let stand until set. Cover dipped ends of cookies with waxed paper; dust undipped ends with confectioners' sugar. Store between pieces of waxed paper in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ALMOND CRESCENT COOKIES



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These moon-shaped almond cookies covered in vanilla-scented sugar are traditional Austrian treats.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 2h

Yield Makes 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup whole blanched almonds, finely ground
5 ounces (10 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Vanilla sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Beat all ingredients until combined, about 2 minutes. Let rest at room temperature for 2 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Roll 1 tablespoon of dough into a crescent shape. Place on a baking sheet. Repeat. Bake until light golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on trays for 10 minutes. Roll in vanilla sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 g, Cholesterol 8 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 1 g

ALMOND CRESCENTS (KOURABIEDES)



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Posted for the Zaar World Tour-Greece. From the "International Vegetarian Cookbook". I have had cookies similar to these, but not this exact recipe.

Provided by Bayhill

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup ground almonds
1 cup sweet butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon brandy or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2-2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Spread ground almonds in a shallow pan and toast in a 350F degrees oven for 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • In a bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Add the 2 Tablespoons powdered sugar and egg yolk, mixing well. Stir in brandy or vanilla and almonds.
  • In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, blending until smooth.
  • Pinch off walnut-size pieces of dough and shape into crescents. Place on ungreased baking sheets, spacing cookies about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake in a 325F degree oven for 30 minutes or until very lightly browned. Place baking sheets on racks and let cookies cool for 5 minutes.
  • Sift about half the 1-1/2 to 2 cups powdered sugar over wax paper and transfer cookies to it. Sift the remaining 3/4 to 1 cup powdered sugar over top to cover cookies. Let stand until cool, then store in a tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.2, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 21.8, Sodium 7.5, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.5, Protein 1.3

VIENNESE ALMOND CRESCENTS



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, quick, dessert

Time 50m

Yield About 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup cool butter, cut into chunks
1/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup ground almonds
1 2/3 cup flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cream together the butter and sugar. Add the almonds. Combine the flour and salt and stir into the butter mixture.
  • Pinch off about 1 tablespoon of dough. Roll it between your palms to make a cigar shape. Place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and gently curve it into a cresent. Repeat, placing the cookies 2 inches apart. Bake until the edges are barely golden, about 12 minutes.
  • Immediately transfer cookies to a rack to cool. Cookies can be frozen in an airtight container, with wax paper between each layer, for up to 6 months. Defrost 30 minutes before serving. Immediately before serving, dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 8 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ALMOND CRESCENTS



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Provided by Richard Flaste

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield About 5 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup blanched, sliced almonds
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup unsalted butter
1 2/3 cups bleached all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup superfine sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a food processor, process the almonds and sugar until the almonds are ground very finely. Cut the butter into a few pieces and add it with the motor running. Process until smooth and creamy.
  • Scrape the sides of the bowl. Add the flour and sprinkle the salt on top. Pulse it just until the flour is incorporated.
  • Scrape the dough onto a piece of plastic wrap, press it into a thick disk and wrap it tightly. Refrigerate until the dough is firm, about 2 hours.
  • For the topping, stir together the sugar and cinnamon until uniform in color.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Divide the dough into 8 portions. Work with 1 section at a time, keeping the remainder of the dough refrigerated. Knead the dough between floured hands until malleable. Pinch off a portion of the dough and roll it into a 1-inch-round ball.
  • On a lightly floured counter, roll each ball into a cylinder with tapered ends, about 3 inches long by 1/2 inch thick. Form each cylinder into a crescent shape and place on an ungreased cookie sheet 1 inch apart. The cookies will require two cookie sheets, one for the middle rack in the oven and one for the lower one.
  • Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until set but not brown. For even baking, rotate the cookie sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through the baking period.
  • Cool the cookies on the sheets for 10 minutes. While they are still warm, use a small angled metal spatula or pancake turner to lift them from the sheets and dip them, one at a time, in the cinnamon sugar, turning gently to coat all over. Finish cooling the cookies on wire racks.
  • To store, place the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month or freeze for as many as several months.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 60, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 10 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ALMOND CRESCENTS



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A melt-in-your-mouth buttery cookie that's coated with powdered sugar and is made with a cookie mix. Check it out!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup ground blanched almonds
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup powdered sugar
Blue edible glitter, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, egg, cornstarch, ground almonds and almond extract until dough forms.
  • For each cookie; shape rounded teaspoon dough into 2 1/2-inch strip. Taper ends and form crescent shape on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 9 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Roll in powdered sugar. Sprinkle with edible glitter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

VIENNESE ALMOND CRESCENTS



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Rooted in tradition, these Viennese Almond Crescents are deeply reminiscent of the cookies your grandma use to make-it might even be the same exact recipe. All it takes is one bite of these light and airy cookies and memories of Christmases past will come flooding back. Dusted with powdered sugar like fresh fallen snow, we think it's almost impossible to eat just one of these melt-in-your-mouth masterpieces. This traditional Austrian dessert can be enjoyed after dinner with a hot cup of coffee and can be the standout treat on your Christmas cookie tray. The secret for the delicate crumb of these cookies? Almond meal-try making your own in a food processor with sliced almonds and sugar. For a flavor boost, try adding a splash of almond extract to the dough. Nothing compares to these sweet little crescent moons, and once you try this recipe, we think you'll be making these for many Christmases to come.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 2/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2/3 cup almond meal
1/4 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 2 large cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper.
  • In small bowl, mix flour, almond meal and salt, stirring well with wire whisk. In large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating until blended. Refrigerate 10 minutes.
  • Shape dough into 40 (2-inch) logs; bend logs to form crescent shape. Place crescents 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Bake 12 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks; sprinkle cookies with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 55 mg

ALMOND CRESCENTS III



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Crescent shaped cookie with one half dipped in chocolate.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup shortening
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup ground blanched almonds
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix together shortening and confectioner's sugar and water. Stir in flour, salt, vanilla and almonds. Mix well.
  • Form dough with hands into 3 inch lengths about pencil thin.
  • Bake on ungreased sheet in a preheated 300 degrees F oven (150 degrees C) for 20 minutes.
  • While cookies cool, melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or in a bowl in the microwave. When cookies are completely cool, dip one half in melted chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor or stand mixer to make the dough. This will save you time and effort.
  • Make sure the butter is cold and firm before using it. This will help prevent the dough from becoming greasy.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If the dough is too dry, add a little more butter.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help prevent them from sticking together.

Conclusion:

Almond crescents are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is filled with a sweet almond paste and then baked until golden brown. The cookies are light and flaky, with a delicate almond flavor. They are perfect for serving with coffee or tea, or for packing in a lunch box. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give almond crescents a try.

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