Cousin Donna's Almond Cookies

Vegetarian
Cousin Donna's Almond Cookies
90 min.
32
103kcal

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Welcome to a delightful treat that will transport your taste buds to a world of nutty goodness—Cousin Donna's Almond Cookies! These scrumptious cookies are not only vegetarian but also incredibly easy to make, making them the perfect addition to any dessert table or a sweet snack for your afternoon tea. With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 32 cookies that are sure to impress family and friends alike.

What sets these cookies apart is their rich flavor profile, thanks to the combination of ground almonds, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and the perfect balance of butter and sugar. Each bite offers a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining soft and chewy on the inside. The subtle sweetness, complemented by the dusting of powdered sugar, makes them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special event, or simply indulging in a sweet moment for yourself, Cousin Donna's Almond Cookies are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cup butter softened
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.7 cup almond flour (use spice grinder to grind into powder form)
  • 1.7 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F.
  2. In large bowl, beat butter, sugar and ground almonds with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. In another bowl, stir together flour and salt. With electric mixer on low speed, add flour mixture to butter mixture.
  3. Shape dough into tablespoon-size balls.
  4. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  5. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until the bottoms have browned (the tops of the cookies will remain a light color.)
  6. Remove to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  7. Mix cinnamon, nutmeg and powdered sugar. Dip tops of cookies into mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories103kcal
Protein4.66%
Fat59.49%
Carbs35.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.44
Glycemic Load
5.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2982608630605%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.38kcal
5.17%
Fat:6.99g
10.75%
Saturated Fat:3.75g
23.41%
Carbohydrates:9.48g
3.16%
Net Carbohydrates:9.02g
3.28%
Sugar:4.03g
4.47%
Cholesterol:15.25mg
5.08%
Sodium:63.98mg
2.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.23g
2.46%
Vitamin A:177.49IU
3.55%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.44%
Selenium:2.3µg
3.29%
Folate:12.15µg
3.04%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.82%
Iron:0.4mg
2.22%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.08%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.94%
Fiber:0.46g
1.85%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%