Pussy Paws
Delight your taste buds with "Pussy Paws," a charmingly named, chewy almond-scented cookie that pairs perfectly with your favorite warm beverage. These easy-to-make treats combine the warm sweetness of light brown sugar with tart bursts of dried cranberries and the satisfying crunch of slivered almonds. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe creates a batch of 24 soft, buttery cookies that are lightly golden on the edges and irresistibly tender in the center. Enhanced with a hint of almond extract for a delightfully nutty aroma, "Pussy Paws" are the perfect blend of unique flavors and textures, making them an unforgettable addition to your cookie repertoire. Whether for an afternoon snack or a charming gift, these crowd-pleasers are sure to brighten any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoons almond extract
- 0.75 cups dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups slivered 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, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the egg and almond extract to the creamed mixture and beat until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the dried cranberries and slivered almonds gently using a spatula or spoon.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into small balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still appear soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy these soft, almond-scented delights with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.6 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.4 g | 477% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1385 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 476.8 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1051 mg | 22% | |
*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.
