Almond Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
• Almond flour: 1 cup (120g)
• Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Butter: 1 cup (227g), softened
• Eggs: 2 large
• Almond extract: 1 teaspoon
• Sliced almonds: 1/2 cup (60g)

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

12-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the sliced almonds.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten the balls slightly with a fork.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. 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: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 16g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crisp and buttery exterior
• Soft and chewy interior
• Almond flavor and aroma
• Perfect for tea time, dessert, or as a snack

User Comments:

• "These cookies are absolutely delicious! They have the perfect balance of almond flavor and sweetness."
• "I love that these cookies are so easy to make, yet they taste like they came from a professional bakery."
• "These are the best almond cookies I've ever had! They are so addictive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To prevent the cookies from spreading too much, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
• If you don't have almond extract, you can substitute vanilla extract.
• For a more intense almond flavor, use a combination of almond flour and almond extract.