Featured Recipe: Almond Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 3 tablespoons softened butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla
• 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional, can eliminate if using salted butter)

Takes 20 mins, serves 12-15.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until combined. Dough will be crumbly.
3. Using a small scoop or spoon, make 12 to 15 balls. Place on cooking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Flatten each cookie ball with a fork or the bottom of a cup.
4. Bake 8-10 minutes, until lightly browned.
5. Cookies will firm upon cooling.
6. Enjoy!

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