Description

These elegant 1940s-style biscuits feature a delicate almond-scented crumb and a unique triangular shape. Perfectly balanced with a light buttercream frosting, they offer a nostalgic texture that is both crisp and remarkably tender.

Ingredients

1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened to 65°F
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 Large Egg
1 teaspoon Almond Extract
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Fine Salt
2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (for frosting)
2 cups Powdered Sugar, sifted
Decorative sprinkles

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Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is pale and ivory-colored.
Add the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, beating on medium speed until the emulsion is smooth and fully incorporated.
Mix in the baking powder and salt for 30 seconds to ensure the leavening is evenly distributed throughout the wet ingredients.
Reduce the mixer to its lowest setting and gradually add the flour, mixing only until no dry streaks remain to maintain a tender texture.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll to exactly 1/2 inch thick; use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the dough into 3 1/2 inch triangles.
Arrange triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes until edges are barely gold and tops remain pale.
Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before preparing the frosting by beating the remaining butter with sifted powdered sugar until silky.
Spread a small amount of frosting onto each cooled cookie and immediately top with sprinkles to finish.

Notes

To ensure the most precise edges, use a metal ruler to measure the 1/2 inch thickness of your dough and the 3 1/2 inch length of your triangles. If your kitchen environment is warm, you may find it helpful to place the cut dough triangles in the freezer for five minutes before baking to prevent any unnecessary spread in the oven.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American