Soft Almond Cookies Recipe

Name: Soft Almond Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese; 1 Land O Lakes Egg; 1 teaspoon almond flavoring; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring; 1 to 2 tablespoons milk; Maraschino cherry slices or decorator sprinkles

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1 Land O Lakes Egg
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
Maraschino cherry slices or decorator sprinkles

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Combine sugar and butter in bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy.
3
Add ricotta cheese, egg and 1 teaspoon almond flavoring; continue beating until well mixed.
4
Add flour, baking powder and salt gradually, beating at low speed after each addition.
5
Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto ungreased cookie sheets.
6
Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
7
Cool on cookie sheets 2 minutes; remove to cooling racks.
8
Combine powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring and enough milk for desired glazing consistency in bowl.
9
Spoon 1/2 teaspoon glaze over cooled cookies; decorate with cherries or sprinkles as desired.
10
Store in tightly covered container.

738

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese, 1 Land O Lakes Egg, and more.

Yes, Soft Almond 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!

Soft Almond Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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