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Texas Almond Crunch Cookies

These Texas Almond Crunch Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining sweetness and a satisfying crunch!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup butter softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 cups almonds coarsely chopped
  • 6 ounces butter toffee baking bits one package
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar for coating rolled cookie

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated white sugar, and powdered sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, almond extract, and eggs to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the coarsely chopped almonds and butter toffee baking bits into the cookie dough.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in the additional granulated white sugar to coat.
  7. Place the sugar-coated cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden, but the centers are still soft.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if cookies spread too much.
  • Don't overbake; remove cookies when edges are golden and centers are soft.
  • Toast almonds to enhance almond flavor before adding to dough.