Enriched and crisp vanilla-almond cookies are a delectable treat that combines the delicate flavor of vanilla and the nutty richness of almonds. With their golden-brown exterior and soft, chewy interior, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert to enjoy with your family or a special treat to share with friends, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
THIN, CRISP ALMOND COOKIES
Very thin and especially crisp. The dough must be chilled at least 4 hours prior to baking or it can be made a day ahead and refrigerated overnight. Turbinado sugar, like brown sugar but paler and dryer, gives these cookies a golden color and crunch and can be found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Adapted from "Sweet Miniatures".
Provided by dojemi
Categories Dessert
Time 4h16m
Yield 25-30 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cover a baking sheet with plastic wrap (or line a 6"x9" glass baking dish with plastic wrap).
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, stir the butter, sugar, cinnamon and water until the butter mrlts; don't let it boil.
- Most of the sugar will 'not' be disolved.
- Remove the pan from the heat.
- Stir in the flour, baking soda and almonds. Mix well.
- Cool 5 minutes.
- On the sheet covered with plastic wrap, shape the dough into a 5"x8" rectangle that is 1" high, rounding out the edges and corners slightly - OR - press the dough into a 6"x9" dish.
- Cover with more plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Set the oven at 325°.
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Lift the block of dough from the baking sheet (or dish).
- Set it on a cutting board, discarding the plastic wrap.
- Using a long, sharp knife, slice the dough crosswise into rectangles as thin as a coin.
- Space the cookies on a bakiing sheet about 1/2" apart.
- Bake for 8 minutes, until the cookies feel slightly firm and the undersides are golden brown.
- With a wide spatula, turn the cookies over and bake 8 minutes more.
- Leave the cookies on the sheet to cool for 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
CRISP ALMOND COOKIES
I found this recipe in a magazine years ago and have shared it with family and friends many times since. These slightly sweet crisp cookies bring a flavorful ending to any meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar and fluffy. Beat in water and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in almonds. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly with a fork. , Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts :
PERFECT VANILLA ALMOND CUT-OUT COOKIES
These Cut-out Cookies are easy, keep their shape well after baking, and are tender and buttery. They are light in color even after baking, which makes them a great canvas for your decorating whims.
Provided by Chew Out Loud
Categories Dessert
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350, with rack on lower middle position. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. It's important to measure flour accurately; use scoop/level method to ensure proper measurement. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, mix the sugar and butter on medium-high speed until mixture is light and fluffy, at least 2 minutes; use rubber spatula to scrape down sides as needed. Be sure to mix the full amount of time or longer. Add the egg and extracts and mix to fully incorporate.
- Switch to low speed. Gradually add the flour mixture gently mixing just until combined, stopping to scrape down the sides and bottom of bowl as needed. Do not over-mix.
- Use hands to work cookie dough into a smooth ball for rolling; if flour was measured accurately, texture will be similar to soft play-dough. It should not be sticky nor crumbly, but soft and pliable.
- Roll dough out on a floured surface to about 1/4" thick and cut into shapes. Place cookie shapes on parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze entire cookie sheet for 10 minutes, which helps retain shape when baking. (If you live in a cold region, you may even be able to place it outside. Otherwise, you can place in freezer in smaller batches if needed.)
- Transfer sheet of semi-frozen cookies straight into the preheated oven (only bake 1 sheet at a time.) Bake larger/thicker shapes (3.5 to 4 inch diameter) for 9-11 minutes and smaller shapes 7-8 minutes. *It's important to watch your first batch closely so you know how much time to bake your particular sized/shaped cookies. If they're baked a bit long, they'll be more likely to lose their shape. Cookies should be removed from oven when they seem slightly under-baked. They will set upon cooling.
- Let cool a few minutes on baking sheet and transfer to a cooling rack. Let cookies cool completely before decorating.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 78 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 52 mg, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0.2 g, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, UnsaturatedFat 1.2 g
VANILLA CRISPIES
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; continue to cream until smooth. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. Refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F ( 190 degrees C ).
- Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place onto a cookie sheet. Cookies should be at least 2 inches apart. Lightly grease the bottom of a glass, dip it into the granulated sugar, and press the cookies down slightly. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the baking sheet to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 55.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
ALMOND VANILLA COOKIES
Don't let all the vanilla scare you away. These are excellent cookies. Very nutty and delicately sweet. A fine finish to a heavy or spicy meal. To add a unique taste substitute the vanilla with 1 tablespoon of gin. The original recipe stated that. I have never tried it.
Provided by Dorel
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° and cover 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together chopped almonds, flour, baking powder and salt, set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in extracts Mix in flour mixture until well blended Beat until thoroughly combined.
- Form dough into 36 balls and place a whole almond in center of each ball.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown, check after 15 minutes as I found I needed to turn the temperature down for the second batch.
- Note: I baked my second batch at 325° but it could just be my oven that runs hot.
CRISP ALMOND COOKIES RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by lisaS
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cream together butter and sugars, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add in eggs and vanilla and beat again. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to dough, one third at a time until all added. Stir in almonds. Using a small cookie scoop, place dough on a parchment lined baking sheet three inches apart (these cookies spread.) Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 8-9 minutes. Until edges turn golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to racks to cool completely.
Tips:
- **Cream the butter and sugar thoroughly:** This will help to create a light and fluffy cookie. - **Chill the dough before baking:** This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven. - **Use high-quality vanilla extract:** This will give the cookies a rich, flavorful taste. - **Toast the almonds before adding them to the dough:** This will give them a nutty flavor and make them more crunchy. - **Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown:** This will help to prevent them from becoming dry and crumbly. ###Conclusion:
These vanilla-almond cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their light and fluffy texture, rich vanilla flavor, and crunchy almond pieces, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive cookie recipe, give these vanilla-almond cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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