Description
Delightful almond paste cookies with a unique blend of sweet and nutty flavors. Perfect for holidays or a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond paste
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond paste and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in almond extract.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until fully incorporated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Garnish each cookie with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Ensure almond paste is at room temperature for easier mixing. If dough is too sticky, a dusting of flour can help when scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg