Ginger-Almond Shortbread Cookies

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 9

Crunchy and flavorful ginger-almond shortbread cookies with a hint of sweetness and nuttiness that will satisfy your cravings.

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

20 min

Cook

15-18 min

Ready In

35-38 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

Fat

12g

Craving something sweet and nutty? Look no further than these ginger-almond shortbread cookies! A combination of buttery shortbread, nutty ground almonds, and spicy ginger, these cookies make for a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a crunchy texture on the outside and a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture on the inside, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Not to mention, they are easy to make, and a fun recipe to try if you're new to baking. Make a batch for yourself or share them with family and friends for a delicious and indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a medium bowl, cream together butter, confectioners' sugar, and almond extract until smooth.
3.	In another bowl, whisk together flour and ground ginger.
4.	Add flour mixture to the butter mixture gradually and beat until thoroughly combined. Mix in finely ground almonds.
5.	Roll dough into 24 balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten each ball slightly and press a whole almond onto each cookie.
6.	Bake for about 15-18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
7.	Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8.

PROS

These cookies are crunchy on the outside and crumbly on the inside, making for a satisfying texture.
The combination of ginger and almonds create a delicious and unique flavor that is sure to please your taste buds.
They are also easy to make and perfect as a delicious snack or dessert to share with friends and family.

CONS

These cookies contain a significant amount of butter and sugar which can be unhealthy if consumed in excessive amounts.
They may also trigger allergies for some individuals who are allergic to nuts or gluten.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, vitamin E, and other minerals that are beneficial for heart health, bone health, and brain function. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may help lower the risk of chronic diseases and improve digestion.

	1 cup butter , at room temperature
	2/3 cup sifted confectioners ' sugar
	1 teaspoon almond extract
	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	2 teaspoons ground ginger
	1/4 cup finely ground almonds
	24 whole almonds