These Almond Crescent Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for the holiday season. Known for their buttery texture and nutty flavor, they make a wonderful addition to your Christmas cookies collection.
This recipe is simple to follow and requires basic baking techniques. The cookies are shaped into crescent forms and dusted with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Easy Almond Crescent Cookies Recipe
These cookies feature a rich almond flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 24 cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, chopped almonds, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Take small portions of dough and roll them into crescent shapes. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
- Dust with Sugar: While still warm, dust the cookies with additional powdered sugar. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
