Ingredients and Weight:
- 100g unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup almond flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation Time:
- Total: 1 hour (including preparation and baking time)
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well.
- Stir in the almond flakes.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving room for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie) Calories: 150, Fat: 8g, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- These shortbread cookies are crispy and have a rich almond flavor.
- The cookies are perfect for any occasion and are especially popular during the holiday season.
- They are easy to make and can be customized with different flavors or toppings.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are delicious! The almond flavor is so rich and they are so crispy."
- "I love how easy these cookies are to make. They are perfect for a quick treat."
- "These cookies are a great addition to my holiday baking. They are always a hit with my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature butter for best results.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook and harden slightly after removing from the oven.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crispy longer.
