Almond Croissant Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine the flavors of almond croissants into a buttery, flaky treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract Higher quality almond extract recommended.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour May replace some with almond flour for a nuttier flavor.
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- slivered almonds for topping
- optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the almond extract to the mixture and blend well.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, ground almonds, and salt into the butter mixture. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together, then add this to the cookie dough. Mix until well blended.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Gently press slivered almonds onto the top of each cookie for decoration.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If you wish, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months.