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Homemade almond cookies recipes on a white table, top-down view with sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

Almond Cookies

Classic almond cookies that are crisp on the outside, chewy inside, and bursting with nutty flavor.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Chinese, Italian
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 110kcal
Cost: $6–$8

Equipment

  • 1 Stand mixer or hand mixer For creaming butter and sugar
  • 2 Mixing bowls Wet and dry
  • 1 Baking sheet Line with parchment or silicone mat
  • 1 Parchment paper / silicone mat Prevents sticking, even browning
  • 1 Wire cooling rack Cools cookies quickly
  • 1 Cookie scoop Even portioning (about 1 tbsp)
  • 1 Rolling pin For rolled/cut cookies (optional)
  • 1 Set of cookie cutters Optional shapes
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer For powdered sugar dusting
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons Accurate measuring

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almond flour (or finely ground almonds) Primary almond flavor
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Structure
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter, softened Or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar White or light brown
  • 1 large Egg Or 1 flax egg for vegan
  • ½ teaspoon Almond extract Boosts almond flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract Rounds flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Lift
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
  • ¼ cup Sliced almonds Topping
  • Powdered sugar For dusting (optional)
  • ⅓ cup Dark chocolate chips Optional mix-in
  • 2 tablespoon Shredded coconut Optional
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cinnamon Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Optional brightness

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer.
  • Beat in the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract until combined.
  • Whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and any optional dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Scoop 1 tablespoon portions onto the baking sheet using a cookie scoop.
  • Top with sliced almonds.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 25g | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg