Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, for coating
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
- Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Roll the cooled cookies in powdered sugar.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (1 piece):
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 30mg
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp, buttery cookies
- Delicate almond flavor
- Coated in a layer of powdered sugar
User Comments:
- "These cookies are heavenly! They melt in your mouth."
- "The perfect dessert for any special occasion."
- "I love the subtle sweetness and the hint of almond."
- "They are so easy to make, and they always come out perfectly."
- "I love serving these cookies at weddings and parties."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water 1 tablespoon at a time.
- If the dough is too wet, add a little flour 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Let the cookies cool completely before rolling them in powdered sugar, as the sugar will melt if the cookies are still warm.
