Landau Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly soft and flavorful Landau Cookies—a perfect fusion of classic textures and unique flavors! Infused with aromatic almond extract, a hint of zesty lemon, and the comforting warmth of vanilla, these cookies are anything but ordinary. Their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture is achieved through a buttery base, while just the right balance of granulated and light brown sugars creates a lightly caramelized sweetness. Quick and easy to whip up in under 30 minutes, Landau Cookies are perfect for any occasion, from cozy afternoons with a cup of tea to festive cookie platters. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a newbie in the kitchen, this recipe is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing treat that's subtly sophisticated yet incredibly comforting.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop dough into equal portions and roll into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently press down on each dough ball with the back of a spoon or the palm of your hand to slightly flatten them.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The centers should look soft.
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy the Landau Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2954 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.7 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 701 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.8 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 492 mg | 10% | |
*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.
