Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds (for topping)
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including preparation and baking time)
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and vanilla extract. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Do not overmix.
- Form small balls of dough and place them on a baking sheet, topping each cookie with chopped almonds.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: each cookie contains approximately 250 calories.
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a rich almond flavor.
- The combination of almond flour and chopped almonds gives them a unique and appealing texture.
- Suitable for American taste due to their rich and sweet flavor.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are delicious! The almond flavor is very pronounced and the texture is perfect." - John Smith, New York
- "Love the chopped almonds on top! Adds a nice crunch to the cookies." - Sarah Johnson, San Francisco
- "These cookies are perfect for an afternoon snack or as a dessert. Highly recommended!" - Michael Davis, Chicago
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Do not overmix the dough, as it can lead to tough cookies.
- For best results, let the cookies cool completely before storing in an air-tight container.
