Almond Snowflake Cookies with Sugar Icing

Picture this: it’s snowing outside, the fireplace is crackling, and your kitchen smells like toasted almonds and vanilla. Sounds like a Christmas movie scene, right? Well, you can totally make that happen with a batch of Almond Snowflake Cookies with Sugar Icing.

These aren’t your average cutout cookies — they’re buttery, nutty, delicately crisp around the edges, and finished with a sparkly sugar glaze that looks like fresh frost. Basically, they taste like winter magic.

I’ve been making these every December for years, and every single time someone bites into one, they ask, “Did you really make these yourself?” (Spoiler: yes, and you can too.)

So grab your snowflake cookie cutters — let’s make some edible Christmas snow! ☃️

Why You’ll Love Almond Snowflake Cookies

Besides the fact that they’re absolutely gorgeous (seriously, these cookies look like they belong on a bakery window display), they’re also:

• Crisp yet melt-in-your-mouth soft — that almond flour magic ✨
• Subtly sweet, so the icing doesn’t overwhelm them
• Perfect for decorating — and showing off on social media 😉
• Make-ahead friendly — because who has time for last-minute chaos in December?

And let’s not forget the flavor — almond + vanilla = holiday heaven.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You don’t need anything fancy — just a few pantry staples and a touch of almond extract to make them shine.

For the Cookies:

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Sugar Icing:

• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp milk (or water)
• ½ tsp almond extract
• Optional: White sanding sugar or edible glitter for that frosty sparkle ❄️

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

Beat the butter and sugar together until it’s creamy and fluffy — about 2–3 minutes. Add the egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 2: Chill the Dough

Divide the dough into two discs, wrap each in plastic, and chill for 1 hour. Trust me, this step makes all the difference — cold dough = clean, crisp cookie edges.

Step 3: Roll & Cut

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to about ¼-inch thickness.

Use snowflake cookie cutters to cut out shapes (any size works — mini ones are adorable). Place them on parchment-lined baking sheets.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden. Let them cool completely before icing — patience is key here!

Step 5: Mix the Icing

Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract together in a bowl until smooth. The icing should be thick but pourable.

Step 6: Decorate

Use a piping bag (or just a spoon) to drizzle or outline the snowflakes. Sprinkle with sanding sugar or edible glitter before it sets for that perfect frosty shimmer.

(Pro tip: Do this while blasting Christmas music — it improves accuracy by 87% 😉.)

Tips for Perfect Snowflake Cookies

• Chill your dough! Warm dough spreads, and no one wants blob-shaped snowflakes.
• Use almond flour, not almond meal. It gives a smoother texture.
• Rotate your baking trays halfway through. Even golden color = perfection.
• Let cookies cool completely before icing. Otherwise, your beautiful design will slide off faster than snow in April.
• Store separately from soft cookies. These like to stay crisp.

Festive Variations

Wanna make them your own? Try one of these twists:

Chocolate-Dipped Snowflakes

Dip one half of each cookie in melted white chocolate, then sprinkle crushed candy canes for a peppermint crunch.

Lemon-Almond Snowflakes

Add 1 tsp lemon zest to the dough and swap almond extract in the icing for lemon juice for a bright, zesty finish.

Spiced Snowflakes

Add ½ tsp cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg to the dough for a cozy, chai-inspired version.

Storage & Gifting Tips

Because let’s face it — these cookies are made to be shown off (and eaten).

• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for up to 7 days.
• Freezing: Freeze unbaked dough for up to 2 months. Just thaw in the fridge overnight.
• Gifting Tip: Layer them between sheets of parchment in decorative tins. They look stunning and travel well!

Why Almond Snowflake Cookies Are Holiday MVPs

They’re the kind of cookie that looks fancy but feels homemade. The almond flavor adds warmth, the sugar icing sparkles like snow, and every bite feels like Christmas joy.

Whether you’re gifting, baking with kids, or flexing your holiday baking skills, these cookies bring pure, buttery happiness to every table.

And honestly? Watching those little snowflake shapes come out of the oven golden and perfect — that’s its own kind of Christmas magic. 🎅

Conclusion

So there you have it — Almond Snowflake Cookies with Sugar Icing, the prettiest (and tastiest) cookies you’ll make this holiday season.

They’re simple, elegant, and guaranteed to impress. Whip up a batch, snap a few pics for the ‘gram, and don’t forget to save a few for Santa — these might just bump you onto the “nice” list. 😉

Almond Snowflake Cookies with Sugar Icing

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• Author: Chef Sofia
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 36 cookies 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Delicate Almond Snowflake Cookies with Sugar Icing – crisp, buttery, and sparkling with festive sweetness.

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Ingredients

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2½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup almond flour

½ tsp salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp almond extract

1 tsp vanilla extract

For Icing:

1½ cups powdered sugar

2–3 tbsp milk

½ tsp almond extract

Optional: sanding sugar or edible glitter

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Instructions

1. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, almond extract, and vanilla.

2. Whisk flour, almond flour, and salt; mix into wet ingredients.

3. Chill dough 1 hour.

4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to ¼ inch thick.

5. Cut snowflake shapes and place on baking sheets.

6. Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are light golden. Cool completely.

7. Whisk icing ingredients until smooth. Decorate cookies and sprinkle with sugar.

Notes

Chill dough for clean edges.

Use almond flour for smoother texture.

Add white chocolate drizzle for extra flair.

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 120
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 70mg
• Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fiber: 0.5g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 20mg