Almond Butter Balls – Danish Mandelsmørboller

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1

Almond Butter Balls - Danish Mandelsmørboller Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

20-24

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

11g

Almond Butter Balls, also known as Danish Mandelsmørboller are a delicious treat that originated in Denmark. These are soft and buttery cookies that are made with simple ingredients yet have a rich and indulgent flavor. The cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, delicate interior, and are finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. One bite into these Almond Butter Balls and you will know why they are so popular in Denmark.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and almond extract until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the flour and mix well. Stir in the chopped almonds.
4.	Shape the dough into small balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
6.	Remove the cookies from the oven and cool them on wire racks.
7.	Place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each cookie in powdered sugar while it is still warm.
8.	Cool cookies completely and then roll them in powdered sugar once more.
9.

PROS

These almond butter balls have the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors that melt in your mouth.

CONS

These cookies are high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium. They can help in controlling blood sugar levels, reducing hunger and supporting healthy brain function.

	1 cup butter , softened
	3 tablespoons powdered sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1/4 teaspoon almond extract
	1 1/2 cups flour
	1 cup chopped almonds
	1 cup powdered sugar