Dutch Almond Thins
Senior Editor Sue Hoss from Cuisine at Home Magazine joined Mary Ann in the studio to show off these simple, but delicious treats. The thin-as-potato-chip Dutch almond cookies are made in an unusual way, on the underside of a baking sheet. They are partially baked, then scored into diamond shapes; they are delicious on their own or as an accompaniment to sorbet or gelato.
Makes 3 Dozen
Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract
- 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, cream the butter, sugar and extract until light and fluffy. Add the flour, milk and salt; mix just to blend.
- Spoon and spread the dough onto the back of a baking sheet or jellyroll pan with an offset spatula dipped in hot water. Clean the blade and dip in water as needed to spread a thin, even layer; try to stay away from the edge of the pan.
- Sprinkle the almonds evenly over the batter, pressing them with your hands to adhere. Bake until the edges turn golden brown and the dough is set but the center is still pale, about 18 minutes. If the dough drips down the sides, do not worry; you will trim the cookies later.
- Remove the pan from the oven; while still hot, use a pizza wheel or small sharp knife to trim the outside edges evenly; cut crosswise into 2-inch wide strips. Then cut diagonally into 2-inch wide diamonds.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer, or until golden brown. Carefully transfer the cookies while hot to a cooling rack.
This recipe was featured on Season 18 - Episode 1809.
Comments
rosemary
These are beautiful to eat. Have made them many times and the family loves them.