Ingredients for Almond Crescents
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Cinnamon
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
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How to Make Almond Crescents
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then stir in the almond extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the slivered almonds.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball into a crescent shape.
- Place the crescents onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each one.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the crescents cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
10g
Fat
9g
Carbs
1g