Best Almond Butter Crisps Recipes

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ALMOND CRISPS



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Crunchy, buttery and nutty, these crisps are a delightful addition to any holiday cookie plate.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 4 to 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups unblanched almonds, finely ground
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon pure almond extract
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup unblanched almond slices
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment, and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray. In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine ground almonds, sugar, and egg whites. Beat on medium speed until thick, about 3 minutes. Beat in extracts.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls, and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball with dampened fingers, and gently press 2 sliced almonds on top.
  • Bake until just brown on top, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven, and place on a wire rack for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove cookies from baking sheet while still warm, and place on a wire rack to cool.

ALMOND THINS



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Thin and delicate, these are perfect for everything from formal parties to your morning coffee.

Provided by Violet Gibbons

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 32m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted butter
1 egg
1 cup white sugar
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until smooth. Sift together the flour and salt and slowly stir into butter mixture until just blended.
  • Divide batter in half and place each half on in the center of two ungreased, flat-sided cookie sheets. Dip a spatula in warm water and spread batter to cover the entire baking sheet, making sure batter is spread evenly. Sprinkle almonds and press gently into dough.
  • Bake each sheet about 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. Cut hot cookies into 2-inch squares. Return to oven and bake until lightly golden... about 5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent over baking.
  • Remove from oven to a wire rack. Slide spatula under cookies to loosen. Cool completely on cookie sheets. Store in airtight containers with waxed paper between layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 33.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

ALMOND BUTTER CRISP



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These were my favorites for Christmas--thin and crisp and buttery. Made them for a cookie swap many years ago.

Provided by Patti McD

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 24 cookies, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons instant coffee
1 cup butter
3/4 cup almonds, finely chopped
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Sift dry ingredients into a bowl.
  • Cut in butter.
  • Press dough together.
  • Shape into small balls and roll in almonds.
  • Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart and press with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
  • Bake at 300° for 30 minutes until edges are slightly browned.
  • Cool slightly and remove to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3335.8, Fat 240.7, SaturatedFat 121.1, Cholesterol 488.1, Sodium 2245.2, Carbohydrate 265.2, Fiber 17.3, Sugar 106.2, Protein 44.6

CRISP ALMOND COOKIES



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I found this recipe in a magazine years ago and have shared it with family and friends many times since. These slightly sweet crisp cookies bring a flavorful ending to any meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped almonds
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar and fluffy. Beat in water and vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in almonds. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly with a fork. , Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

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