Cinnamon Almond Delight Crescents
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Cinnamon Almond Delight Crescents, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and chopped almonds, creating a luxurious treat that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. Ideal for holiday gatherings, festive celebrations, or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, these crescents are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies will become a cherished addition to your dessert repertoire.
24
Servings
120
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons (sifted)
cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon
chopped almonds
1/3 cup (finely chopped)
all-purpose flour
3/4 cup (sifted)
additional flour
2 tablespoons (sifted)
confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup (for rolling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare your baking sheets by greasing them lightly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and 3 tablespoons of confectioners' sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Sprinkle in the cinnamon, chopped almonds, and the 3/4 cup of sifted flour. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined and form a dough.
4
For easier handling, cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
5
Once chilled, take small portions of the dough and roll them into logs approximately the thickness of a pencil. Shape each log into crescent shapes.
6
Arrange the crescents on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them apart to allow for expansion.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8
While the cookies are still warm, roll them in the combined mixture of the remaining 3/4 cup of sifted confectioners' sugar and 3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon until fully coated, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
12g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cinnamon Almond Delight Crescents?
Cinnamon Almond Delight Crescents are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and chopped almonds.
What are the primary ingredients in this recipe?
The primary ingredients include butter, confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, finely chopped almonds, and sifted all-purpose flour.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 24 servings.
How many calories are in one Cinnamon Almond Delight Crescent?
Each serving contains 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie contains 8 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each crescent?
There are 12 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per cookie?
Each serving contains 1 gram of protein.
Is there any fiber in this dessert?
The fiber content for this recipe is not specified.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
How long do these cookies need to bake?
The cookies should be baked for approximately 18 minutes.
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
Yes, you should prepare your baking sheets by greasing them lightly.
How should the butter be prepared before mixing?
The butter should be softened to ensure it creams well with the sugar.
Should the confectioners' sugar be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using sifted confectioners' sugar for both the dough and the rolling mixture.
What kind of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for sifted all-purpose flour.
How should the almonds be prepared?
The almonds should be finely chopped before being added to the dough.
Should the dough be chilled before shaping?
Yes, for easier handling, the dough should be covered and refrigerated for about 30 minutes.
How do I shape the crescent cookies?
Roll small portions of dough into logs the thickness of a pencil and then shape them into crescents.
When should I roll the cookies in the cinnamon-sugar mixture?
Roll the cookies in the mixture while they are still warm.
What is the final coating made of?
The coating is a combination of 3/4 cup sifted confectioners' sugar and 3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
The crescents are done when the edges are lightly golden.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies.
What beverages pair well with these crescents?
They pair beautifully with tea or coffee.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, they are ideal for holiday gatherings, festive celebrations, or sweet cravings.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, the recipe is described as easy to make and sure to impress.
What category of food does this belong to?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
How much cinnamon is used in the dough itself?
The dough requires 3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How many tablespoons of sugar go into the dough?
The dough uses 3 tablespoons of confectioners' sugar.
What should I do after rolling the warm cookies in sugar?
Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How much flour is needed for the dough?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sifted all-purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons of additional sifted flour.
What is the thickness of the dough logs?
The logs should be approximately the thickness of a pencil.