Almond Cookies

As a child growing up in Hawaii I loved eating Kauai Kookies. The almond ones were my favorite and also the chocolate chip macadamia ones. These are really easy to whip up if you crave something sweet and are short on time. I usually halve the recipe unless you are making it for a party.

Almond Cookies (makes 60 cookies)

1 cup sugar

1 egg

3 cups all purpose flour

1/2 tsp. salt

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1/4 tsp. almond extract

almonds for decorating (optional)

red food coloring for decorating (optional)


1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

2. Sift together flour, salt, and baking soda. In a small bowl beat together egg and almond extract.

3. Cut butter into flour until mixture is mealy. Stir in egg mixture.

4. Form into walnut size balls. Flatten slightly and place on baking sheet. Use your finger to dab a red dot of food coloring in the center or gently press an almond onto each cookie.

5. Bake at 325 degrees F for 20 minutes. Cool slightly on baking sheet. Remove and cool on wire rack.