Homemade Almond Delight Cookies
Ingrediënten
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable shortening
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 tablespoon almond extract
- ½ cup blanched unsalted almonds
Instructies
- In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients.
- Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients using a fork or pastry cutter.
- Add the beaten eggs and almond extract.
- Stir with a spoon until well mixed.
- Preheat the oven to 325ºF.
- Shape the dough into balls the size of a large cherry.
- Place the dough balls on greased cookie sheets.
- Press an almond into the center of each cookie to slightly flatten.
- Bake for 15 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Tea Pairing:
Enjoy these almond delight cookies with a cup of Earl Grey or Jasmine tea for a delightful afternoon treat. The subtle floral and citrus notes in the tea will complement the almond flavor of the cookies.Nutritional Information
Calories: 90 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 5 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 5 g
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