Best 3 Almond Shortbread Skillet By Trisha Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a love for classic desserts, the almond shortbread skillet by Trisha is an absolute must-try. This delightful treat combines the rich, nutty flavor of almonds with a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust, resulting in a tantalizing pastry that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, preparing a special dessert for your family, or simply craving a sweet snack, this almond shortbread skillet is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND SHORTBREAD SKILLET BY TRISHA



ALMOND SHORTBREAD SKILLET BY TRISHA image

Categories     Bread     Nut     Dessert     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

bunNonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds with skins

Steps:

  • Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, stir 1 1/2 cups of the sugar into the melted butter. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift the flour and salt onto the batter. Add the flavoring and stir well. Pour the batter into the skillet. Top with sliced almonds and the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Bake until slightly brown on top, about 35 minutes. Cool the shortbread in the skillet. When cool, use the foil to lift the shortbread from the skillet; remove the foil before serving.

CHERRY ALMOND SKILLET SHORTBREAD



Cherry Almond Skillet Shortbread image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup dried tart cherries
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/2 cup sliced almonds, with skins
1 to 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar or raw sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with nonstick cooking spray, then line the skillet with a parchment circle. Spray the parchment with more cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir the granulated sugar into the melted butter. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift the flour and salt onto the batter. Add the almond extract, dried cherries and orange zest and stir well.
  • Pour the batter into the skillet. Top with the sliced almonds and the turbinado sugar.
  • Bake until slightly brown on top, about 35 minutes.
  • Cool the shortbread in the skillet. When cool, cut into wedges.

SKILLET ALMOND SHORTBREAD



Skillet Almond Shortbread image

From Foodnetwork.com, from a cooking show with Trisha Yearwood. My friend raved about it so I tried it and it's wonderful! My family loves it.

Provided by Angel91805

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Line a 10 inch cast iron pan with aluminum foil and spray the foil w/ cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir 1 1/2 cups of sugar into the melted butter. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift the flour and salt onto the batter. Add the flavoring and stir well. Pour the batter into the skillet. Top w/ the sliced almonds and the remaining 2 tbsp sugar. Bake until slightly brown on top, about 35 minutes. Cool in the skillet. When cool, use the foil to lift the shortbread from the skillet. Remove the foil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.1, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 73.8, Sodium 252.8, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 32.8, Protein 4.3

Tips for Making the Best Almond Shortbread Skillet

  • Use high-quality, unsalted butter. This will give your shortbread the best flavor. If you use salted butter, reduce the amount of salt called for in the recipe.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making it lighter and more tender.
  • Press the dough into the skillet firmly and evenly. This will help to prevent it from cracking while baking.
  • Bake the shortbread in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that it bakes evenly.
  • Let the shortbread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion

Almond shortbread skillet is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover egg whites, and it can be made with or without nuts. If you are looking for a simple and satisfying dessert, almond shortbread skillet is the perfect recipe for you.

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