Kletskop Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (50g) sliced almonds 1/2 cup (50g) sliced almonds

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 80 kcal / 335 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 5g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 5g
• Protein: 1g
• Fiber: 0.5g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3.
   Add the vanilla extract and salt to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the flour to the mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. 5.
   Gently fold in the sliced almonds.
6. 6.
   Drop teaspoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie as they will spread during baking.
7. 7.
   Flatten each mound of batter with the back of a spoon to create thin, lace-like cookies.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes until they firm up.
10. 10.
    Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use sliced almonds for this recipe as they provide the desired texture and appearance. Finely chopped almonds may alter the cookie's delicate structure.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve a lacy appearance, make sure to flatten the mounds of batter with the back of a spoon before baking.
• For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a touch of lemon zest to the batter for an extra flavor dimension.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.

Serving advice

Serve Kletskop Cookies as a delightful accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee. They can also be enjoyed on their own as a sweet treat.

Presentation advice

Arrange the delicate lace cookies on a decorative plate or in a glass jar to showcase their intricate design. Dust them with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.