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These tender little shortbread bites are flavored with almond extract and made festive with the addition of red and green sprinkles.
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These buttery little bites are baked up quickly in a 9x13" baking pan and then trimmed and cut into little squares that can be popped into the mouth. My kids and granddaughters favorite part about these cookies are that they get to eat all the edges that have been trimmed.
Almond Shortbread Bites
Ingredients
- 2 sticks cold butter, cut into tablespoon portions
- 2/3 c. sugar
- 1/2 t. almond extract ( I used Adams)
- 2 1/4 c. flour
- 2 T. sprinkles, if desired
Instructions
- Cream together the butter and sugar in the large bowl of a stand mixer. Stir in the almond extract. Turn the speed to low and gradually add the flour until incorporated, increase speed and mix until a dough is formed. Reduce speed and stir in the sprinkles.
- Line a 9x13" baking pan with parchment paper with enough extra to be able to pick up the dough once baked. Press the dough into the bottom of the pan to make an even layer. Place in the refrigerator for half an hour.
- Bake in a preheated 350* oven for 20-25 minutes, until edges are golden brown. Remove from oven. Lift the cookie dough out using the parchment and place onto a cutting board. Using a sharp knife or bench knife, trim the edges off and set aside. Cut the remaining cookie dough into small squares while still warm and then allow to cool before placing into an airtight container.
Calories
67.19Fat (grams)
3.93Sat. Fat (grams)
2.39Carbs (grams)
7.46Fiber (grams)
0.16Net carbs
7.31Sugar (grams)
3.01Protein (grams)
0.63Sodium (milligrams)
29.81Cholesterol (grams)
9.92
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I love almond flavoring in cookies! Never made shortbread with it, I will now
ReplyDeleteSo good. Lisa.
DeleteI love shortbread and these are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to jazz these up with red and green sprinkles!
ReplyDeleteThose are so pretty! Love the plate too.
ReplyDeleteI love these plates as well Karen. They were a gift from Frank's mom.
DeleteGreat little almond bites to snack on!
ReplyDeleteMmmmmmmm...almond extract, butter, and sprinkles....what's not to love about this recipe! Plus, I wouldn't have to share with nut-allergic B.O.B. Bob!!!
ReplyDeleteLOL..that's always a plus I guess.
DeleteI love a good shortbread. Almond sounds perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cindy, they were delicious.
DeleteThese look like the most tender perfect cookies - I love that pop of color from the sprinkles!
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of a bite-sized cookie!
ReplyDeleteSo much fun Inger.
DeleteAlmond shortbread cookies are so good and I love that you made them festive!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jennifer.
DeleteYou can never go wrong with shortbread!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite.
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