Landau Cookies

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly soft and flavorful Landau Cookies—a perfect fusion of classic textures and unique flavors! Infused with aromatic almond extract, a hint of zesty lemon, and the comforting warmth of vanilla, these cookies are anything but ordinary. Their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture is achieved through a buttery base, while just the right balance of granulated and light brown sugars creates a lightly caramelized sweetness. Quick and easy to whip up in under 30 minutes, Landau Cookies are perfect for any occasion, from cozy afternoons with a cup of tea to festive cookie platters. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a newbie in the kitchen, this recipe is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing treat that's subtly sophisticated yet incredibly comforting.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop dough into equal portions and roll into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Gently press down on each dough ball with the back of a spoon or the palm of your hand to slightly flatten them.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The centers should look soft.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy the Landau Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(725.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2954.0

Total Fat 103.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 434mg	0%
Sodium 701.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 482.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 251.6g
Protein 38.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 129.6mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 492.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 64.0%