Delicate Creamed Cookies
These Delicate Creamed Cookies, cherished through generations in our family, offer a sublime melt-in-your-mouth experience that is simply unmatched. Always a crowd-pleaser, these tender cookies can be elegantly adorned with beautifully piped decorator icing shaped into lovely flowers and leaves, making them the perfect treat for any special occasion. The combination of rich butter and the light sweetness of powdered sugar, combined with a hint of almond flavor, makes these cookies irresistibly delightful. After a brief chilling of the dough, the cookies bake to perfection, resulting in a soft texture that simply dissolves on the tongue!
36
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
powdered sugar
1/3 cup (sifted)
cornstarch
3/4 cup (sifted)
flour
1 cup (sifted)
almond extract
1/4 teaspoon (pure)
salt
1/8 teaspoon (fine)
butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
powdered sugar
1 cup (sifted)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (pure)
almond extract
1/4 teaspoon (pure)
cream
as needed (for desired consistency)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicate Creamed Cookies?
They are cherished family cookies known for a sublime melt-in-your-mouth experience and tender texture.
What makes these cookies unique?
The combination of rich butter, light sweetness from powdered sugar, and a hint of almond flavor makes them irresistible.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 36 servings.
What is the primary texture of these cookies?
They have a soft texture that simply dissolves on the tongue.
Do I need to chill the dough for this recipe?
Yes, the dough requires a brief chilling before the cookies are baked to perfection.
How much butter is used in the cookie dough?
The dough requires 1 cup of softened butter.
How much powdered sugar is needed for the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of sifted powdered sugar in the dough.
What is the role of cornstarch in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of sifted cornstarch to help achieve its delicate and tender texture.
How much flour is required?
You will need 1 cup of sifted flour for the cookie dough.
Is almond extract used in the dough?
Yes, the dough includes 1/4 teaspoon of pure almond extract.
Is there salt in these cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/8 teaspoon of fine salt.
What ingredients are used for the frosting?
The frosting is made with melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cream.
How much butter is needed for the frosting?
The frosting requires 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
How much powdered sugar is used in the frosting?
The frosting calls for 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar.
What type of vanilla is used in the frosting?
The recipe specifies 1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Is almond extract included in the frosting?
Yes, the frosting includes 1/4 teaspoon of pure almond extract.
How do I adjust the consistency of the frosting?
You should add cream as needed until you reach your desired consistency.
How can I decorate these cookies?
They can be elegantly adorned with piped decorator icing shaped into flowers and leaves.
Are these cookies suitable for special occasions?
Yes, their elegant appearance and taste make them perfect for any special occasion.
What is the food category for this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
Is this a family recipe?
Yes, these are Delicate Creamed Cookies cherished through family generations.
Should the powdered sugar be sifted?
Yes, the powdered sugar should be sifted for both the dough and the frosting.
Does the flour need to be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 cup of sifted flour.
Does the cornstarch need to be sifted?
Yes, the recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sifted cornstarch.
How should the butter for the dough be prepared?
The butter for the dough should be softened.
How should the butter for the frosting be prepared?
The butter for the frosting should be melted.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients listed in total for both the cookies and the frosting.
Is this recipe a crowd-pleaser?
Yes, according to the description, these cookies are always a crowd-pleaser.
What are the main flavor notes?
The primary flavors are rich butter, light sweetness, and almond.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, dessert, almond, baking, special occasions, family recipe, and frosted cookies.