Moonbeams
Delicately shaped and lightly dusted with powdered sugar, Moonbeams are heavenly crescent-shaped cookies that melt in your mouth with every bite. Combining the buttery richness of shortbread with a subtle hint of almond and vanilla, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to everyday tea breaks. With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and sugar, you'll create a batch of 24 irresistible cookies in under 40 minutes. The tender texture and moon-kissed appearance, achieved through a light golden bake and double dusting of powdered sugar, make these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them with coffee, tea, or a warm glass of milk for a truly enchanting treat that’s sure to impress. Perfect for keywords like "buttery crescent cookies," "almond shortbread," and "easy cookie recipes."
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract until well incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon of dough at a time, shape the dough into small crescents about 2 inches in length and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each crescent.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale to resemble moonlight.
Step 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets.
Step 9
Gently transfer the warm cookies to a wire rack and dust generously with powdered sugar. For an extra moonlit effect, sift the powdered sugar over the cookies a second time once they are fully cooled.
Step 10
Serve the Moonbeams with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy their delicate, buttery texture and light almond flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 519.8 grams (519.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2322 |
| Total Fat 98.40g | 126% |
| Saturated Fat 56.40g | 282% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 83% |
| Sodium 612mg | 27% |
| Total Carbohydrate 343.70g | 125% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.50g | 23% |
| Total Sugars 159.80g | |
| Protein 25.60g | 51% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 58mg | 4% |
| Iron 11mg | 62% |
| Potassium 292mg | 6% |
Source of Calories