Glazed Almond Cookies
Glazed almond cookies are a perfect blend of crunchy and chewy, delighting your taste buds with every bite. These easy-to-make treats feature a crisp exterior and a soft center, enhanced by the rich flavor of almonds and topped with a glossy glaze. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies evoke warm memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations. Bake a batch to share or indulge in a sweet moment just for yourself.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup toasted almonds, finely chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- Water (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the almond extract and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and chopped toasted almonds; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- While cooling on a wire rack, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with water to achieve desired consistency, then drizzle over each cookie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg