Weesper Moppen - Dutch Almond Cookies

Ingredients

• 200g (1 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour 200g (1 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour
• 50g (½ cup) almond flour 50g (½ cup) almond flour
• 150g (⅔ cup) unsalted butter, softened 150g (⅔ cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 150g (¾ cup) granulated sugar 150g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 egg 1 egg
• 20 whole almonds 20 whole almonds

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 13g, 7g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• 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 sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3.
   Add the almond extract and egg to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and almond flour.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
6. 6.
   Roll the dough into small balls, about 2cm (¾ inch) in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. 7.
   Gently press a whole almond onto the top of each dough ball.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Use whole almonds with the skin on for a beautiful presentation and added crunch. Toasting the almonds before placing them on top of the cookies can enhance their flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more pronounced almond flavor, you can add a few drops of almond extract to the dough in addition to the teaspoon mentioned in the recipe.
• Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
• If you prefer a sweeter cookie, you can sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top of the cookies before baking.
• Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.

Serving advice

Serve these Weesper Moppen alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful Dutch treat. They are perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or as a sweet snack any time of the day.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Weesper Moppen on a decorative platter or in a cookie tin for an inviting presentation. The golden-brown cookies with whole almonds on top create an eye-catching display.