Best 4 Almond Cutout Cookies Ww Recipes

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Almond cutout cookies are a classic holiday cookie that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their delicate almond flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. They are typically made with a combination of flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and almonds. However, there are many different ways to make almond cutout cookies, so you can find a recipe that fits your dietary needs and preferences. Whether you are looking for a traditional recipe or something a little more unique, there is an almond cutout cookie recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND COOKIE CUTOUTS



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Colored sugar and sprinkles create a festive look for these easy-to-decorate cookies. A little almond extract gives them pleasant flavor. They're a nice lighter addition to a Christmas cookie tray. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 28 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons ground almonds
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Red and green colored sugar and/or sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add egg and extracts; mix well. Combine the flour, cornstarch, almonds, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture just until blended. Shape into two balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut out with lightly floured 2-1/2-in. cutters. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with colored sugar and/or sprinkles if desired., Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until set and bottoms are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ALMOND COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield about 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1/4 cup whole unpeeled almonds
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Sift the flour over the top, add the salt and the chopped almonds and fold to combine.
  • Pull off little pieces of the dough and roll them into balls about 1-inch in diameter, enclosing a whole almond in the center of each one. Place on an ungreased baking sheet and bake on the center rack of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until light brown. Transfer to racks to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, roll 1/2 the cookies in the cocoa powder, and the remaining 1/2 in the confectioners' sugar. Serve warm or return to the rack to cool.

ALMOND CUTOUT COOKIES WW



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From Weight Watcher's magazine. If you get 60 cookies out of a batch (I can't! LOL!), it is 1 point for every 2 cookies. I prefer to 'decorate' them in a very little drizzling of melted chocolate. Do not over bake! Prep time doesn't include refrigeration time.

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 60 cookies, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
colored crystal sugar, for decoration (optional)

Steps:

  • Pulse the granulated sugar and almonds in a food processor until finely ground. Cream the butter and sugar mixture until light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat to combine. Add the flour, confectioner's sugar and salt and mix just until a dough forms.
  • Divide the dough in half; wrap each piece in plastic wrap and flatten into a disk. Refrigerate the disks at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Working with one disk at a time, roll the dough out between two 2 sheets of lightly floured waxed paper to the thickness of 1/8-inch. Using a 2 1/4-inch cookie cutter of any shape, cut out the cookies, rerolling the scraps to make a total of 60 cookies. Place on cookie sheets, one inch apart; sprinkling with colored sugar if using.
  • Bake 1 sheet at a time, until the cookies are light on top but golden on the bottom, 10-11 minutes. Cool completely on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.4, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 12.4, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 0.8

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.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect consistency for rolling out the dough, ensure that it is well-chilled. This prevents sticking and tearing.
  • Invest in a good quality set of cookie cutters to create various shapes and designs for your cookies.
  • For a crisp texture, bake the cookies until the edges just begin to brown.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Decorate the cookies with your favorite toppings such as sprinkles, colored sugar, or melted chocolate.
  • Be creative with your cookie shapes and experiment with different flavor combinations.

Conclusion:

The almond cutout cookies highlighted in the article offer a delightful treat that is perfect for various occasions. With their rich almond flavor and unique cutout designs, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you prefer classic shapes or intricate designs, the possibilities are endless. So gather your ingredients, let your creativity flow, and embark on a baking adventure that will create lasting memories and delicious treats.

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