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ALMOND CITRUS SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Almond Citrus Shortbread Cookies are made with a buttery shortbread base, mixed with the nutty taste of almonds and the zesty aroma of citrus. These butter shortbread cookies are the perfect treat for those who love the combination of sweet and tangy flavors.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond citrus cookies
Servings: 60 cookies
Calories: 62kcal
Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sliced almonds 4 ounces
  • 2 TBSP orange
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp almond extract

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast almonds, spread ¾ cup almonds in single layer in large baking pan. Bake 6 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove almonds from oven. Cool completely in pan.
  • Reduce the oven heat to 325°F.
  • Dough: Put the almonds in the food processor and process until they are coarsely chopped. Finely grate the orange peel using a bell grater or hand-held grater. Measure 2 TBSP of orange peel and transfer it to the food processor.
  • Add the flour, butter, sugar, cornstarch, and almond extract to the food processor (with the almonds & orange peel). Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Press dough firmly and evenly into 10-½ X 8-½ inch rectangle on large ungreased baking sheet with fingers. Score dough into 1-¼ inch squares with knife. Press one slice of remaining almonds in center of each square.
  • Bake: Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the shortbread is firm when pressed and lightly browned. Immediately cut into squares along score lines with sharp knife.
  • Remove the cookies with spatula to wire racks to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Almond citrus shortbread cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
They can also be frozen for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying. 

Nutrition

Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.3mg