ALMOND SHORTBREAD STAR COOKIES. These star-shaped almond shortbread cookies are a delightful and versatile treat, perfect for any occasion. The almond shortbread is crumbly and fragrant, with a rich and aromatic flavor. The star shape makes these cookies even more special, making them ideal for the Christmas holidays.
These star-shaped almond shortbread cookies are a simple yet irresistible treat. They are perfect for a snack, breakfast, or a fancy dessert. For a more indulgent version, you can fill them with a spoonful of jam or preserves.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 30
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons, Autumn, Winter
- Energy 104.01 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 10.60 (g) of which sugars 4.23 (g)
- Proteins 1.72 (g)
- Fat 6.18 (g) of which saturated 2.69 (g)of which unsaturated 1.54 (g)
- Fibers 0.63 (g)
- Sodium 3.71 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 22 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Almond Shortbread Star Cookies
- 5 oz butter (cold)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- to taste raspberry jam (for filling)
Tools
- Pastry board Pastry board, birch wood board 23.6×31.5 inches for kneading, rolling dough
- Cookie cutter Tescoma 631364 Delicia Set of 6 Star Cookie Cutters
Steps for Almond Shortbread Star Cookies
In a bowl, work the butter with the powdered sugar until you get a creamy mixture. Add the egg and the yolk and mix until incorporated. Sift the flours and add them to the mixture, mixing until you get a homogeneous dough. Wrap the dough in cling film and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
After the resting time, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 0.2 inches. Cut out star-shaped cookies with a cutter. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 12 minutes, or until they are golden. Let the cookies cool on a rack before filling them. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar
These are the cutters I used for the cookies, they come in 2 sizes, one larger and one smaller
Storage, Tips, Almond Shortbread Star Cookies
Almond shortbread cookies keep for about 3-4 days in an airtight container at room temperature. To prevent them from drying out, store them in a cool, dry place. If you’d like to store them for a longer period, you can freeze them. To do so, place the cookies on a tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 24 hours. Once frozen, transfer the cookies to a food bag or airtight container and keep them in the freezer for about 2 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, let the cookies thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving
