Spiced Cardamom Almond Butter Cookies
Delight in the holiday spirit with these delicious Spiced Cardamom Almond Butter Cookies. A cherished recipe from Danish and Scandinavian traditions, these cookies embody the warm, aromatic flavor of cardamom combined with the nutty crunch of almonds. Their unique flavor profile sets them apart, making them perfect for festive gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire. Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, these cookies are bound to be a holiday favorite - just be ready to share…or not, if you’re a cardamom lover!
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Servings
100
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
2 cups (all-purpose flour, sifted)
Salt
1/8 teaspoon (optional)
Unsalted Butter
3/4 cup (room temperature (or use salted butter if preferred))
Sugar
1/2 cup (granulated sugar)
Ground Cardamom
5 1/2 teaspoons (divided)
Sliced Almonds
1/2 cup (for dough)
Powdered Sugar
6 tablespoons (for dusting)
Sliced Almonds
about 48 pieces (for garnishing)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F, ensuring the oven rack is situated in the center.
2
Prepare a heavy cookie sheet by greasing it lightly with vegetable oil.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt (if using) until combined.
4
In a large mixing bowl, cream the room temperature butter with the sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cardamom until the mixture is airy and fluffy.
5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture while beating on low speed until fully combined.
6
Fold in 1/2 cup of sliced almonds gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
In a separate small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and the remaining cardamom to create a dusting mixture.
8
Using your hands, roll the dough into 1 tablespoon-sized balls, one at a time.
9
Roll each dough ball in the cardamom powdered sugar until thoroughly coated.
10
Place the coated balls on the prepared cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced at least 1/2 inch apart.
11
Using the bottom of a small glass, which has been dipped in the sugar mixture, gently flatten each cookie to approximately 1/2 inch thickness. Press a couple of almond slices into the center of each cookie.
12
Bake the cookies for about 14 minutes or until they are lightly golden brown on the edges.
13
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before transferring them to an airtight container for storage.
14
For longer storage, these cookies can be frozen, remaining fresh for up to a couple of months.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
1.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Cardamom Almond Butter Cookies?
These are delicious holiday cookies from Danish and Scandinavian traditions that combine the warm flavor of cardamom with the nutty crunch of almonds.
What is the origin of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is a cherished part of Danish and Scandinavian traditions.
What is the recommended oven temperature for these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F.
Where should the oven rack be placed?
The oven rack should be situated in the center.
How should I prepare the cookie sheet?
Use a heavy cookie sheet and grease it lightly with vegetable oil.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Is salt necessary for these cookies?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of salt, but it is listed as optional.
What kind of butter should I use?
The recipe recommends 3/4 cup of room temperature unsalted butter, though salted butter can be used if preferred.
How much cardamom is needed in total?
A total of 5 1/2 teaspoons of ground cardamom is used, which is divided between the dough and the dusting mixture.
What is the first step in mixing the dough ingredients?
The first step is to cream the room temperature butter with the sugar and 2 teaspoons of cardamom until airy and fluffy.
How are almonds incorporated into the dough?
1/2 cup of sliced almonds should be gently folded into the dough mixture.
What makes up the dusting mixture?
The dusting mixture consists of 6 tablespoons of powdered sugar mixed with the remaining ground cardamom.
How large should the dough balls be?
The dough should be rolled into balls approximately 1 tablespoon in size.
How do I coat the dough balls?
Roll each dough ball in the cardamom powdered sugar mixture until they are thoroughly coated.
How much space should be left between cookies on the sheet?
Ensure the cookies are spaced at least 1/2 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
How do you flatten the cookies before baking?
Use the bottom of a small glass dipped in the sugar mixture to gently flatten each cookie to 1/2 inch thickness.
How are the cookies garnished?
Press a couple of almond slices into the center of each cookie before baking.
What is the baking time for these cookies?
The cookies should bake for approximately 14 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when the edges are lightly golden brown.
What is the cooling process?
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before moving them to storage.
How should these cookies be stored?
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container.
Can these cookies be frozen?
Yes, they can be frozen and will remain fresh for up to a couple of months.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 100 calories.
What is the fat content of these cookies?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a cookie?
There are 12.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each cookie provides 1.25 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 distinct ingredients used in this recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, dessert, holiday treats, cardamom, almonds, baking, christmas recipes, and scandinavian cuisine.
What is the total count of almond pieces for garnishing?
Approximately 48 pieces of sliced almonds are needed for garnishing.
Is the dough beaten on a high or low speed?
The flour mixture should be added to the butter mixture while beating on low speed.