CRISP ALMOND SUGAR COOKIES

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"We made these crisp cookies often when I worked in the lunchroom at our daughters' grade school," recalls Linda Holt from Wichita Falls, Texas. "The almond flavor makes them unique."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups butter-flavored shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
Additional sugar or colored sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Muna Mishra
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The cookies didn't turn out as crispy as I expected.


Tanya Hamilton
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste.


Desi Cook
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My new favorite cookie recipe!


Andrea Dias
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Perfect for the holidays!


Charlie Ping
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Easy and delicious!


richy Camping
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Will definitely make again!


Aavhas Shripali
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Yum!


Emmanuel Anthony
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These cookies are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it for a special occasion.


Devil
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I'm not a big fan of almond-flavored desserts, but I really enjoyed these cookies. They're not too overpowering.


Vijay Dinesh
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These cookies are a great gift idea. I've packaged them up in cellophane bags and given them to friends and family.


Vladimir Rodriguez
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I love the delicate flavor of these cookies. They're not too sweet, so I can enjoy a few without feeling guilty.


Thandolwethu Mokoene
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.


Hani Shonu
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I was so impressed with how well these cookies held up. I made them a few days ahead of time and they were still fresh and delicious.


Meagan Edmonds
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for birthday parties, baby showers, and even Christmas.


Rayhan Mia
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I love the combination of almond and sugar in these cookies. They're so flavorful and addictive.


kingsley michael
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They love rolling the dough and cutting out the shapes.


Touseef Mushtaq
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with just the right amount of sweetness.


Stephen Garelick
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These almond sugar cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They were so delicious and festive-looking.