Almond Croissant Cookies
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
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**For the Frangipane:**
- 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- â…“ cup granulated white sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons ground almonds
- â…“ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
**For the Almond Cookies:**
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup softened unsalted butter
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- ½ cup ground almonds
- ½ cup sliced almonds (for topping)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
**For the Frangipane:**
- Whisk together melted butter, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Fold in ground almonds, flour, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
**For the Almond Cookies:**
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolks, vanilla extract, and almond extract until pale and fluffy.
- Add flour mixture and ground almonds, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls, make an indent in each, and fill with frangipane. Top with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 12-13 ½ minutes until golden brown.
- Use a cookie cutter to shape the cookies while warm.
- Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy these delicious almond cookies with a cup of coffee or tea!
