Description
These Almond Crescent Cookies are buttery, tender, and delicately flavored with almond and vanilla. Soft crescent-shaped cookies dusted with powdered sugar make a perfect treat for holidays or anytime you crave a lightly sweet, nutty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Dusting
- Extra powdered sugar
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream 1 cup of softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, ensuring a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Vanilla and Almond Flour: Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract followed by 1 cup of almond flour. Stir until the ingredients are well integrated, creating a nutty and fragrant mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour along with 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Mix just until a cohesive dough forms, avoiding overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape Cookies: Roll or scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and shape each piece into a crescent shape. Place the crescents evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden to indicate they are cooked through but still tender.
- Cool and Dust: Remove cookies from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them carefully to a wire rack. While still warm, dust the cookies generously with extra powdered sugar for a classic snowy appearance.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened at room temperature for easier creaming and a better texture.
- Do not overbake cookies; they should be just lightly golden on the bottom to maintain softness.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- You can store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a more intense almond flavor, consider adding a few drops of almond extract in place of some vanilla.
