Description
Melt-in-your-mouth Almond Crescent Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat that everyone loves. These crescent-shaped, powdered sugar-covered cookies are buttery, nutty, and incredibly tender with a delicate almond flavor. Perfect for cookie swaps, festive gatherings, or as a quick snack with tea or coffee. If you’re searching for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or holiday baking food ideas, this classic and easy recipe deserves a spot in your baking rotation.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup almond flour (or finely ground blanched almonds)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, shape into a log, and curve into a crescent.
8. Place shaped cookies on the baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
9. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are just lightly golden.
10. Let cookies cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
11. Once fully cooled, give them another light dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
For the best flavor, lightly toast the almond flour before using it in the dough.
Always chill the dough to keep the cookies from spreading while baking.
Use a second dusting of powdered sugar after the cookies are fully cooled for a perfect finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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