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Butter Cream Cheese Almond Cookies

Decadently Soft Butter Cream Cheese Almond Cookies to Savor

Indulge in these Butter Cream Cheese Almond Cookies, a soft and comforting treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups cake flour Substitute with all-purpose flour for a denser cookie.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened for mixing.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened for mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Consider doubling for a vanilla twist.
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract Infuses almond flavor.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting on top.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Butter Cream Cheese Almond Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake flour and baking powder. In another bowl, cream softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat for 3-4 minutes until airy.
  3. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture and blend well, scraping the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  4. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
  5. Scoop portions of dough onto the baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  6. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Consider refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies. Use a cookie scoop for uniform size.

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