Irresistible Glazed Almond Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the delectable flavor of glazed almond cookies. These irresistible cookies perfectly balance a buttery, almond-infused dough with a sweet and crunchy glaze. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee, or serve them at your next gathering for a delightful treat. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch whenever you're in the mood for something sweet. This American classic will quickly become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup finely ground almonds
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon almond milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Directions

1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg and almond extract to the bowl, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Add the milk to the dough, and mix until it comes together into a smooth dough.
6. Divide the dough into two equal portions, and shape each portion into a log about 2 inches in diameter.
7. Wrap the logs tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
9. Remove the dough logs from the refrigerator and unwrap them.
10. Slice the logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds, and place the rounds on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
11. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
12. While the cookies are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
13. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
14. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
15. Once the cookies are completely cooled, carefully dip the tops of each cookie into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off.
16. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top of each glazed cookie before the glaze sets.
17. Let the glaze set completely before serving or storing the cookies in an airtight container.

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