Description
Almond Crescent Cookies are delicate, buttery treats with a rich almond flavor, perfect for holiday baking or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely ground almonds
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually add the flour and ground almonds, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Shape the dough into small crescents and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- For a stronger almond flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg