Studded with almonds and fragrant with almond extract, these delicate cookies make the perfect holiday treat with eggnog, hot cocoa, or cider.
Preparation Time
45 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
60 mins
Calories
70 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Step 2
Shape dough into tiny crescents; place on an ungreased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Step 3
Bake cookies in preheated oven until edges are golden, about 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 4
Beat butter and confectioners' sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt; mix briefly to incorporate. Gradually stir 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour into the creamed butter, add almonds, and mix until dough is just combined.
Step 5
Roll cookies in sifted confectioners' sugar when cooled.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, sifted
0.125 teaspoon salt
0.5 cup salted butter, at room temperature
0.75 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
0.5 cup almonds, finely chopped
0.33333334326744 cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for dusting
