Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups (187g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (113g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick/113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (46g) ground almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon (2g) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (2g) vanilla extract
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and ground almonds until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill a cookie press fitted with a star tip with the dough.
- Pipe 2-inch cookies onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Sugar: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crisp, buttery texture
- Delicate almond flavor
- Decorative star shape
- Perfect for tea time or as an after-dinner treat
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! The almond flavor is so subtle yet so satisfying."
- "They're so easy to make, even my kids can help. And they're so festive with their star shape."
- "I served these at a Scandinavian-themed party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
- If you don't have a cookie press, you can roll the dough into small balls and then flatten them with a fork.
