Crescent Cake Cookies
Crescent Cake Cookies are believed to have originated in Austria and are a popular treat during the holiday season.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Crescent Cake Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and ground almonds, and mix well.
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Gradually add the flour and mix until the dough comes together.
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Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll out one portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Cut out crescent shapes using a cookie cutter or a knife, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Repeat with the remaining dough.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, spread a thin layer of apricot jam on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie.
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Repeat with the remaining cookies.
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Sprinkle sliced almonds on top of each sandwiched cookie.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
