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Ingredients
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- 1 lb unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 Tbsp almond extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for coating
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 20 minutes.
- Add the egg and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
- Sift together powdered sugar, baking soda, flour, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Shape the dough into crescent shapes, placing them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until pale brown.
- Coat with powdered sugar after cooling slightly.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for best texture.
Don’t skip cooling and sugar coating for maximum flavor.
Adjust flour as needed if the dough feels sticky.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 30