Description
These Almond Heart Cookies are the perfect balance of crisp and chewy, with a delightful almond flavor that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day! Shaped into hearts and topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are a beautiful and delicious way to show someone you care. Whether for a gift, a party, or a special treat, these almond-flavored cookies will melt hearts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Slivered Almonds (optional, for texture)
- Powdered Sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheets:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes using an electric mixer.
- Add the Egg and Almond Extract:
- Beat in the egg and almond extract until well combined.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined. The dough should be soft but not sticky. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies, re-rolling the dough as necessary.
- Optional: Add Slivered Almonds:
- If you want a bit of texture, press a few slivered almonds gently into the top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Cool the Cookies:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Once the cookies have cooled, lightly dust them with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
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- Serve and Enjoy:
- These cookies are ready to serve! Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion where you want to add a sweet touch of love.
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, feel free to add a bit more almond extract to the dough.
- You can also dip the edges of the cookies in melted chocolate after baking for an extra indulgent treat.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Cookies, Valentine’s Day Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg