A twist on the classic sugar cookie recipe, these almond horns are perfect for a Christmas tea or enjoyed alongside hot cocoa on a snowy afternoon.
Total Time: 90 minutes
Yield: 6 dozen
Source: My Italian Grandmother :-)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 3 Tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp amaretto
- 3 cups flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup almonds, ground
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
Steps:
- Mix sugar, butter, egg, milk, and salt thoroughly.
- Gradually add in flour, baking powder, cornstarch and amaretto until dough is smooth and pliable.
- Fold in almond bits. Shape dough into small logs (about 1 inch long) and bend to form crescents.
- Bake at 375 degrees F for 7-9 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then roll in confectioners sugar.
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Anonymous
December 7, 20150 found this helpful
one of MY FAVORITE cookies! Will need to try it! Thanks!
Donna
Gold Post Medal for All Time! 555 Posts December 7, 20150 found this helpful
One of my favorite cookies! Will have to try it!
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