Orange Almond Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Orange Almond Cookies—where zesty citrus meets the nutty richness of almonds in perfect harmony. Made with a blend of all-purpose and almond flour, these cookies boast a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture enhanced by the bright, aromatic burst of freshly grated orange zest. Crunchy sliced almonds folded into the dough add a delightful texture to every bite, while a hint of vanilla ties it all together with warm, sweet notes. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these cookies are as simple to bake as they are satisfying to enjoy. Whether you're craving a mid-afternoon treat or a crowd-pleasing addition to your dessert spread, these citrus-infused almond delights are sure to impress. Perfect for holiday cookie trays, tea-time indulgences, or anytime snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Almond flour
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Sliced almonds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the orange zest, vanilla extract, and egg to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the sliced almonds gently to distribute them evenly in the dough.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each cookie slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass to form discs.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.1 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 1176 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.5 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.1 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 896 mg | 19% | |
*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.
