Almond Spice Cookies Recipe

Name: Almond Spice Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups whole natural almonds; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 2 sticks (1 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 whole large egg, beaten lightly; 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest; 3 tablespoons cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; an egg wash made by beating together 2 large egg yolks; 1/2 cup finely chopped blanched almonds

Servings: persons

1
In a food processor pulse whole almonds with 1/2 cup sugar until ground fine.
2
In a large bowl with a pastry blender or with your fingertips blend butter and flour until mixture resembles coarse meal.
3
Add remaining 3/4 cup sugar, almond mixture, whole egg, zest, cinnamon, and cloves and stir until mixture forms a smooth dough.
4
(Work dough well by hand if necessary.)
5
Chill dough, wrapped in plastic wrap, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
6
Line baking sheets with foil.
7
Divide dough into 4 pieces.
8
Lightly flour 1 piece of dough, keeping remaining dough chilled and wrapped in plastic wrap, and on a lightly floured surface roll out dough 1/4 inch thick.
9
With a 1 1/2- to 2-inch cutter cut out cookies, chilling scraps, and arrange about 1/2 inch apart on baking sheets.
10
Make more cookies with 3 remaining pieces of dough and scraps, pressed together, in same manner.
11
Let cookies stand, uncovered, at room temperature at least 4 hours and up to 12.
12
Preheat oven to 350F.
13
Brush cookies lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with blanched almonds.
14
Bake cookies in batches in lower third of oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden, and cool on racks.
15
Cookies keep in an airtight container at room temperature 2 weeks.

1502

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups whole natural almonds, 1 1/4 cups sugar, 2 sticks (1 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Almond Spice Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Spice Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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