Ingredients for Almond Shortbread Cookies
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups finely ground almonds
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- powdered sugar, for dusting
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How to Make Almond Shortbread Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt using a paddle attachment or hand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add 1 1/2 cups almond flour (finely ground almonds) and mix until just combined. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon, orange, or lime zest.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Gently flatten each ball with your fingers to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Bake for 10-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Do not overbake!
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once slightly cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
23g
Fat
33g
Carbs
4g