Description
These cookies combine the flaky, nutty, and buttery flavors of almond croissants into a simple cookie format, perfect for baking at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar (Plus extra for rolling)
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar (For caramel flavor)
- 1 large Egg (For structure)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract (Plus a splash)
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1/4 cup Softened butter
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract (Optional: a little milk or cream for thinning the filling)
- 1/2 cup Sliced almonds (For topping)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (For sprinkling over almonds)
Instructions
- Stir almond flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a few drops of almond extract until you have a thick, spreadable paste. If it is too stiff, add 1 teaspoon of milk. Set aside.
- Beat room temperature butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and creamy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla, and a small splash of almond extract.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the wet mixture just until combined. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Pop the dough in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
- Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon balls. Roll lightly in granulated sugar.
- Press a thumbprint into each dough ball, then spoon in a generous amount of almond filling.
- Press sliced almonds over the top, and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden. Centers should still look soft.
- Let them sit on the tray for 5 minutes, then move to a rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- They are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept for a few days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: almond croissant cookies, cookies, dessert, baking