Ingredients for Almond Crescent Cookies
How to Make Almond Crescent Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup ground almonds, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 cup all-purpose flour (add more as needed, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough is no longer sticky), 1 teaspoon almond extract, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened. Mix until well combined.
- Turn the mixture out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Spread sesame seeds on a shallow dish.
- Pinch off walnut-sized pieces of dough (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Roll each dough piece in the sesame seeds to coat thoroughly. Then, roll each piece between your palms into a 2-inch long cylindrical shape, slightly thicker in the middle and tapering at the ends.
- Place the crescents side-by-side onto a lightly greased baking sheet, curving them slightly into crescent shapes.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Start checking for doneness at 15 minutes to prevent over-baking.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
17g
Carbs
3g
