Almond Shortcake Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1-7 oz box Odense Almond Paste
- 1 stick (4 oz) chilled unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup and 2 tablespoons heavy cream
these almond biscuits are perfect for any fruit. They make great strawberry shortcake, but you can try them with peaches, black or red raspberries, blueberries …
Time
20 minutes to assemble
15-17 minutes to bake
Total Time: 35-37 minutes
15-17 minutes to bake
Total Time: 35-37 minutes
Yield
10 servings
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease baking sheet, or line with parchment paper.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt to a bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Cut Almond Paste and butter into thin slices and add to bowl. Cut with pastry blender or two knives until texture of small crumbs.
- Add heavy cream to almond mixture and mix with fork until dough starts to come together. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead for one minute and roll out to 1/2" thickness.
- Using a 3" round cookie cutter or glass, cut biscuits and place on baking sheet. Gather leftover dough and repeat.
- Bake for 15-17 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Cool on wire rack. Serve with favorite fruits.