Almond Crescent Cookies

Almond crescent cookies, also known as Vanillekipferl, are traditional Austrian cookies often enjoyed during the holiday season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Almond Crescent Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Almond extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sliced almonds
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla extract and almond extract, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Take a small portion of dough and roll it into a 2-inch long rope. Shape it into a crescent and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Repeat with the remaining dough, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. In a shallow dish, place the powdered sugar for rolling. While the cookies are still warm, gently roll them in the powdered sugar until coated.
12. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Sugars 6g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.