These delicate crescent almond cookies made with finely chopped almonds and almond extract make the perfect melt-in-the-mouth holiday treat.
Preparation Time
45 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
60 mins
Calories
70 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the 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
