Description
Craving a delicious and simple treat that fits everything from afternoon tea to holiday gifting? These Almond Cookies are your new go-to! Lightly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they’re topped with toasted sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar—perfectly balancing flavor and texture. This easy recipe uses pantry staples and comes together quickly, making it ideal for quick desserts, holiday cookies, or food ideas for gatherings. Whether you’re after breakfast ideas, a healthy snack alternative, or elegant dinner dessert ideas, these almond cookies hit all the sweet spots. Irresistibly nutty, buttery, and beautifully simple—baking these is pure joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Press sliced almonds gently into the top of each cookie.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes