Sliced almond cookies are a classic treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is rolled out and then topped with sliced almonds. The cookies are then baked until they are golden brown and crispy. Sliced almond cookies can be enjoyed plain or dipped in your favorite beverage. They are also a great addition to cookie plates and gift baskets. With so many variations on the classic recipe, you're sure to find a sliced almond cookie that you'll love.
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ALMOND COOKIES
Beverly Preston of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin started making Almond Cookies after enjoying similar ones at her favorite Chinese restaurant. "These crisp cookies have a wonderful almond flavor," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream the shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in remaining sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with the bottom of a glass. Press three almond slices into the center of each. , Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHERRY-ALMOND SLICE-AND-BAKE COOKIES
Enjoy these nutty cookies for a dessert treat.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. In large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add flour, almonds and almond extract, beating on low speed until well blended. Stir in cherries.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 1 inch apart.
- Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks; cool 2 minutes. Roll cookies in powdered sugar; return to cooling racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 40 mg
SPICED ALMOND COOKIES
These cookies are my all-time favorite! The recipe has won ribbons at fairs and applause from family and guests alike. One of the reasons I like it is that I can make the dough and freeze it. Then, when I need another batch of cookies, I take a "log" out of the freezer, thaw it and make fresh cookies in minutes. -Wanda Daily, Milwaukie, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat well. Combine dry ingredients; stir into creamed mixture along with nuts. Shape into three 9x1-1/2-in. rolls; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 2-3 days for spices to blend. , Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 12-14 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ALMOND BUTTER COOKIES
Categories Cookies Dessert Bake Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Almond Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 5 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat together butter, sugars, corn syrup, vanilla, and almond extract in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium-high speed (use paddle attachment if you have a stand mixer) until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low, then add flour mixture and mix just until a dough begins to form. Add almonds and mix just until incorporated. Form dough into a rectangular log (about 12 inches long, 2 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick). Wrap in wax paper and chill until firm, about 2 hours.
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 325°F. Butter a large baking sheet.
- Cut half of log into 1/8-inch-thick slices with a thin sharp knife and arrange 3/4 inch apart on baking sheet. (Keep remaining dough chilled.)
- Bake cookies until golden, about 12 minutes, then transfer with a thin metal spatula to a rack to cool. Repeat with remaining dough.
SCANDINAVIAN ALMOND BARS
These cookies are my family's favorite cookie. They are simple to make, unique and pretty. A wonderful recipe to make for a cookie exchange. Take your recipe along, everyone will want a copy!
Provided by Marji Stark
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian
Time 30m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and almond extract; mix until fluffy. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt; mix well.
- Divide dough into 4 pieces, and roll each one into a log about 12 inches long. Place 2 logs per cookie sheet 4 to 5 inches apart. Flatten each roll by hand until it is about 3 inches wide. Brush flattened roll with milk and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
- Bake in preheated oven 12 to 15 minutes or until edges are slightly browned. While the cookies are still warm, cut them crosswise at a diagonal, into slices about 1 inch wide. When cool, drizzle with almond icing.
- Almond icing: In a small bowl, stir together powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 9.1 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 48.1 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
CRISPY ALMOND BUTTER THINS (COOKIES)
Crispy, buttery and so delicious! -- plan ahead the dough needs to chill for a minimum of 3 hours or up to 3 days --- the success of this cookie will depend on the quality of butter that you use so purchase the best! Since the dough is very thick I suggest to use a stand mixer for mixing --- for *CHRISTMAS* coat in coloured sugar, also haven't tried it as yet but I plan on adding in some finely chopped candied maraschino cherries or dried fruit to the cookie batter for Christmas, so you might want to give that a try! --- servings is only estimated.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Dessert
Time 3h15m
Yield 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a heavy duty stand mixer cream butter with sugar and almond extract on medium speed until well combined (about 5 minutes or until no sugar granules should remain).
- Beat in egg yolks until combined.
- In a small bowl combine the flour with salt until combined; add to the creamed mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
- Remove to a surface and work the dough using with clean hands until smooth.
- Divide the dough evenly in half.
- Shape into two logs, wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap and chill for minimum 3 hours or until very hard.
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Set oven rack to second-lowest position.
- Unwrap the dough log then slice into about 1/4-inch slices (the thinner that you slice these the crispier they will be when they bake).
- Place onto lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake until lightly browned around the edges (about 12-15 minutes, the cookies will not be crispy if you under bake them).
- Cool slightly on baking sheet (the cookies will harden even more upon sitting) then coat in sugar.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will be.
- Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Slice the cookies evenly: This will ensure that they bake evenly.
- Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown: Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them: This will help them stay crispy.
Conclusion:
Sliced almond cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a holiday party. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your sliced almond cookies turn out perfectly every time.These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They are also a good source of protein and healthy fats.
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