Dessert for 24
Almond Cookies
These crisp almond cookies bake from a simple butter dough and receive a thin almond-flavored powdered sugar glaze.
Typical price
$0.80for 4 servings
$0.20 per serving$0.80 for 4
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- 20 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 24servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetDesserts
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 8 oz | $3.20Typical price |
| Nuts and seeds$0.70/oz typical | 2.25 oz | $1.57Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $4.78 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Sugar and brown sugarCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoaFlourBaking powder and sodaSyrups, molasses, powdered sugar
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 2 tbsp water
Steps
- Heat the oven to 350 F and line baking sheets.
- Beat the butter and sugar until creamy, then mix in one teaspoon of almond extract.
- Stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and sliced almonds to form a dough.
- Shape the dough into small balls on the baking sheets and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Mix the powdered sugar, remaining almond extract, and water into a smooth glaze.
- Cool the cookies for 5 minutes, drizzle them with the glaze, and let it set.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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