Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Snowflake Crisps, light and airy cookies that bring joy to any occasion. These charming treats are made with a perfect blend of butter, sugar, and a hint of almond flavor, giving them an irresistible taste and texture. Shaped like delicate snowflakes and dusted with powdered sugar, they make an enchanting addition to your holiday dessert table or a cozy family gathering. Not only are they easy to bake, but they also yield about 24 cookies, making them perfect for sharing. Whether paired with tea or served alongside other desserts, Snowflake Crisps will surely become a favorite seasonal treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (16g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg