Almond Butter Cookies with Frosting
Indulge in the perfect balance of nutty richness and sweet decadence with these Almond Butter Cookies with Frosting. Crafted with creamy almond butter and a blend of brown and granulated sugars, these cookies are irresistibly soft with a light crumble. A smooth, vanilla-infused frosting adds a delightful finishing touch, while optional sliced almonds provide a satisfying crunch and elegant garnish. Ready in under 35 minutes, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon treats, or anytime you crave a homemade dessert that tastes as amazing as it looks. Whether you're serving them fresh or saving them for later, these frosted almond butter cookies will quickly become a crowd favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cups Almond butter
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cups Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon Milk (for frosting)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 0.25 cups Sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and almond butter until smooth and creamy.
Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Scoop out 1 tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Flatten the tops of the dough balls slightly with the back of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look soft but will firm up as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the powdered sugar and softened butter together in a bowl until smooth.
Add the milk and vanilla extract to the frosting mixture, and beat until creamy and spreadable. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed, 1 teaspoon at a time.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a thin layer of frosting on top of each cookie.
Optionally, sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the frosting for garnish.
Allow the frosting to set for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4057 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.9 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.5 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 508 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 1349 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 492.1 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 333.6 g | ||
| Protein | 60.8 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 604 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1575 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
