Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (60g) almond flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar (for cinnamon twist)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (30g) sliced almonds (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract; beat until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Remove the dough from the refrigerator; portion out the dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon.
  9. Roll each piece into a ball, then roll it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Place the balls on a lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with your palm and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
  12. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.