Description
Indulgent Almond Bliss Cookies promise a delightful journey through rich, nutty flavors that dance on your palate. Crisp edges and tender centers invite you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Leavening and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1½ tablespoons pure almond extract
- ¼ cup milk
Icing and Decoration:
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
- Preferred decorating sprinkles
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper, creating a clean workspace for cookie preparation.
- Utilize a stand mixer to thoroughly blend softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing completely after each addition and carefully scraping the bowl’s sides to ensure uniform blending.
- Introduce almond extract and baking powder to the mixture, which might temporarily appear slightly curdled – this is a normal part of the process.
- Gradually fold in flour and milk alternately, ensuring each addition is fully integrated into the developing dough for a smooth, consistent texture.
- Portion the dough using a cookie scoop or rounded tablespoon, gently rolling each portion into uniform spheres and positioning them approximately 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Position the cookie sheets on the center oven rack and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for lightly golden bottoms as an indicator of doneness.
- Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 3 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Craft a glossy icing by whisking powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk until achieving a silky, smooth consistency.
- Delicately dip the cooled cookie tops into the prepared icing, placing them on a wire rack or wax paper for finishing.
- Quickly sprinkle decorative toppings before the icing sets, adding a final touch of visual appeal.
Notes
- Make sure butter is softened at room temperature for smooth, creamy mixing and better cookie texture.
- Creaming butter and sugar thoroughly creates a light, fluffy base that helps cookies maintain their delicate structure.
- Almond extract provides intense flavor; use high-quality pure extract for the best taste experience.
- Space cookies evenly on the baking sheet to ensure uniform baking and prevent overcrowding.
- Icing should be smooth and slightly thick – adjust milk or powdered sugar to achieve perfect drizzling consistency.
- Cool cookies completely before icing to prevent melting and ensure a clean, professional finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 159
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg