In the realm of delectable treats, almond butter shortbread cookies, also known as mandelmusslor, stand as a testament to the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These cookies, steeped in Swedish culinary tradition, embody the essence of simplicity and elegance, crafted with a select few ingredients that yield a delightful symphony of flavors. As you embark on this culinary adventure, you will discover two enticing variations of this classic recipe: the traditional mandelmusslor, featuring a delicate balance of almond butter, flour, and sugar, and a more indulgent version enhanced with the richness of chocolate. Both variations promise a delightful experience, captivating your taste buds with their crumbly texture, nutty aroma, and the perfect hint of sweetness. Prepare to embark on a delectable journey as we delve into the art of creating these exquisite almond butter shortbread cookies, sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
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LOW-CARB ALMOND SHORTBREAD COOKIES
Crispy little shortbread cookies that are perfect for low-carb eating, made with almond flour.
Provided by Paula Todora (Paula T)
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix almond flour, sweetener, and salt together in a small bowl with a fork. Add butter, egg white, and vanilla extract; continue mixing with a fork. Place in the freezer to help it harden for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.
- Remove batter from freezer. Measure out 1 teaspoon at a time; roll into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Place plastic wrap on the bottom of a glass and roll dough balls flat.
- Bake in the preheated oven until light, golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 30.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
CHEWY ALMOND BUTTER COOKIES
This a recipe for those who cannot eat peanut butter like myself, but want a cookie that is similar.
Provided by mseve
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Beat shortening, almond butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl until smooth. Combine hot water, baking soda, and salt together in another bowl; stir into almond butter mixture until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat until blended. Gradually stir in flour until dough is just blended.
- Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Press and flatten balls with a fork to create a crosshatch pattern.
- Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 8 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 156.5 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
ALMOND SHORTBREAD COOKIES
Serve these cookies with a cold glass of milk or crumbled over chocolate or vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 30 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the beaten egg and extract. Add the flour, ground almonds and lemon zest and mix until the dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead into a ball. Divide the dough in half and then roll each half into a log, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour (the dough can be frozen at this point for a later use).
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove the dough from the plastic wrap and slice into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets and bake until golden brown at the edges, about 15 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for 3 or 4 minutes before transferring to wire cooling racks to cool completely, or just eat warm from the oven.
ALMOND SHORTBREAD I
Melt-in-your-mouth shortbread.
Provided by Robin J.
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter with 1/2 cup sugar and almond extract until light and fluffy. With a wooden spoon, stir in flour until smooth and well combined. Divide dough into 2 parts. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- On lightly sugared surface, roll out dough, one part at a time, about 1/2-inch thick. Cut out cookies with a 1 1/2-inch round cookie cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheet 1 inch apart. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie with the end of a wooden spoon.
- Bake in preheated oven until cookies are light golden brown around the edges, 25 to 30 minutes. While still warm, roll in sugar. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an air-tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 73 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
BUTTERY ALMOND COOKIES
Made with high-fat, cultured butter, these melt-in-your-mouth almond cookies are like the most tender shortbread you've ever eaten. A simple confectioners' sugar icing and a sliced almond topping make them especially pretty, but you can skip the garnish for something sleeker and simpler. Or use them to make sandwich cookies, filling them with the likes of lemon curd, raspberry jam or melted chocolate.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 1h
Yield About 4 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together flours, cornstarch, baking powder and salt.
- In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter and granulated sugar until lightened in color and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Beat in egg yolk and almond extract until combined, about 20 seconds. With the mixer running on low, add flour mixture, beating until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Divide dough into two balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a 1 1/2-inch-thick log. (If the dough is too soft to work with, chill it for 20 to 30 minutes before forming it into logs.) Wrap logs tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap, and refrigerate until very firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When you are ready to bake the cookies, heat oven to 325 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
- Use large, sharp knife to cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Place cookies 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake until cookie edges and bottoms are golden brown, about 15 to 22 minutes. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the icing: In a large bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar, melted butter, 1 tablespoon buttermilk, vanilla and almond extracts. If the icing isn't thin enough to drizzle, add more buttermilk. It should be a little thicker than heavy cream.
- Using a fork, drizzle icing all over the cooled cookies, then top with almond slices if you like. Let the icing set for at least 1 hour, then store at room temperature in an airtight container. The cookies will keep for at least 3 days.
Tips:
- Make sure the almond butter is at room temperature before you start baking. This will help it mix more easily with the other ingredients. - If you don't have almond butter, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor until they reach a smooth consistency. - You can use any type of flour you like for these cookies, but all-purpose flour is a good option. - If you want a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. - Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies. - Bake the cookies until they are just starting to brown around the edges. - Let the cookies cool completely before you enjoy them.Conclusion:
These almond butter shortbread cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them chewy or crumbly, these cookies are sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these almond butter shortbread cookies a try.
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