Ida’s Sugar Crescents
📜 Collection: JohnBCollection | ✍️ Attribution: Ida | 📂 Category: Desserts Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth crescent cookies featuring a buttery base and chopped nuts. These classic treats are baked until set and finished with a generous coating of powdered sugar while still warm.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 20 mins | None | 2 dozen |
🔪 Key Equipment
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
- electric mixer
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 Cup | Butter or Margarine | softened |
| 3 Tablespoons | Powdered Sugar | plus extra for rolling |
| 1 Cup | Flour | all-purpose |
| 1 Cup | Nuts | chopped |
| As Desired | Flavoring | e.g., vanilla extract |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream the 1/2 cup butter or margarine until smooth, then add the 3 tablespoons powdered sugar and blend well.
- Stir in your preferred flavoring if using.
- Gradually add the 1 cup flour, mixing thoroughly until a dough forms.
- Gently fold in the 1 cup nuts until evenly distributed.
Step 2: Shape and Bake
- Shape the dough into small crescents, roughly the size of a small finger.
- Place the crescents onto a greased baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until the cookies are set and lightly golden.
- While the cookies are still warm, roll them in additional powdered sugar until thoroughly coated.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. You can freeze the unbaked dough logs for up to 3 months.
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