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Cinnamon-Almond Butter Cookies

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These Cinnamon-Almond Butter Cookies are a delightful twist on classic shortbread, offering a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a subtle nutty aroma. The dough is simple to prepare, requiring just a few pantry staples like flour, butter, and almond extract. Once baked, the cookies are brushed with egg white and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar-almond mixture that adds a beautiful crunch and visual appeal. They are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Their elegant yet rustic look makes them a standout treat that pairs wonderfully with coffee or hot chocolate.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 3
Calories: 913.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Cinnamon-Almond Butter Cookies are a delightful twist on classic shortbread, offering a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a subtle nutty aroma. The dough is simple to prepare, requiring just a few pantry staples like flour, butter, and almond extract. Once baked, the cookies are brushed with egg white and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar-almond mixture that adds a beautiful crunch and visual appeal. They are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Their elegant yet rustic look makes them a standout treat that pairs wonderfully with coffee or hot chocolate.
Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Butter or margarine,softened
  • 1 teaspoon Almond extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Sugar, divided
  • 1 Egg White, slightly beaten
  • 1/8 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup Almonds*
Directions
  1. 1
    Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, then let cool and dice finely.
  2. 2
    Preheat oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC).
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, almond extract, salt, and 1/4 cup of the sugar.
  4. 4
    Beat the mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and crumbly, occasionally scraping down the sides of the bowl.
  5. 5
    Using your hands, press the crumbly dough together into a solid ball.
  6. 6
    If the dough feels too soft to handle, wrap it in plastic and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until firm enough to roll.
  7. 7
    On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out into a 12-inch by 8-inch rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
  8. 8
    Use a pastry wheel or sharp knife to cut the dough into strips measuring 3 inches by 1 inch.
  9. 9
    Transfer the strips to greased cookie sheets, spacing them slightly apart.
  10. 10
    Lightly brush the top of each cookie strip with the slightly beaten egg white.
  11. 11
    In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the ground cinnamon and diced toasted almonds.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar-almond mixture evenly over the egg-washed cookies.
  13. 13
    Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  14. 14
    Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 913.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.1g65%
Saturated Fat 10.9g55%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1073.5mg45%
Total Carbohydrate 118.3g40%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 31.3g
Protein 15.3g31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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