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Italian Almond Cookies

Delight in the nostalgic flavor of Italian Almond Cookies, featuring a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, encased in a delicate texture that evokes cherished memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of our cookies, providing a soft yet sturdy bite.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Slightly sweetening our cookies while lending a wonderful texture.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened This creamy element adds richness, making each cookie melt in your mouth.
  • 0.5 cup almond paste, crumbled The star of the show, delivering the quintessential almond flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Binding the ingredients and enhancing the cookies’ moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract For that extra depth of flavor, an almond lover's dream.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Complimenting almond’s nuttiness with a sweet, aromatic profile.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder Ensuring our cookies rise to perfection, light and delightful.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Balancing sweetness with a hint of savory.
Icing Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for icing Creating a glossy topping that glistens with sweetness.
  • 2-3 tablespoons water for icing Adjusting consistency for that perfect dipping.
  • Sprinkles for decoration Because who can resist a little extra color and whimsy?

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the crumbled almond paste and mix until well incorporated and smooth.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the almond and vanilla extracts until well blended.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Icing
  1. Mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
  2. Dip the tops of the cooled cookies in the icing and place them on a wire rack to set.
  3. While the icing is still wet, sprinkle on your decorative sprinkles.
  4. Allow the icing to harden before serving.

Notes

These cookies freeze beautifully in an airtight container for up to three months. Warm them in the oven at 300 degrees F to regain the fresh-baked aroma.