Almond Shortbread Cookies

Prep Time 12 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Total Time 26 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 165  C
Servings: 28
Ingredients
  • • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • • 1/2 cup almond flour (blanched, fine-ground)
  • • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • • Sliced almonds for topping (optional)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.

  2. 2

    Cream softened butter and sifted powdered sugar until smooth and pale.

  3. 3

    Mix in almond extract.

  4. 4

    Add both flours and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  5. 5

    Scoop into 1-inch balls, place 2 inches apart on the pan, and flatten to 1/3-inch with the bottom of a glass.

  6. 6

    Press sliced almonds on top if using.

  7. 7

    Bake 13–15 minutes until edges are barely golden. Cool completely on the pan before moving.

Note

Almond shortbread cookies are perfect for gifting, stacking, or sandwiching with raspberry jam for a fancier finish.

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