Almond Shortbread with Almond Glaze

If you love a lovely, buttery shortbread and you’re a fan of almond flavor, his is the recipe for you. These delicious almond shortbread cookies will be perfect for your next high tea or simply for an afternoon snack.

Short & Sweet Shortbread

This is the first “Short & Sweet” recipe on my blog. In these shorter recipes I’m going to skip most of the chatter and get straight to the recipe. I’ve got a couple of other shortbreads already posted on my site, my Maple Shortbread, my Lemon Shortbread, and my Simple Scottish Shortbread. 

All of those are absolutely delicious! So, check them out if you like. This variation starts with one of my favorite flavors: Almond. 

Let’s get right to it! 

Almond Shortbread Ingredients

You’ll find a printable recipe card at the bottom of the page. Here’s a quick peek at what you’ll need: 

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup room temperature butter
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 cups flour (plus more for the work surface)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract

For the glaze

• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 2 - 3 tablespoons water
• ½ teaspoon almond extract

How to Make Almond Shortbread Cookies

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Cream butter. Add brown sugar and almond extract. Mix well. 

Stir in flour and mix until incorporated. Roll into a rectangle about a quarter inch thick. 

Cut into squares using a cookie cutter or pizza cutter. 

Poke with tines of fork.  Place in preheated oven and bake for 20 - 22 minutes. 

Make glaze: Mix together powdered sugar, water, and ½ teaspoon almond extract. Dip cookies in glaze. Allow to dry. 

Serve and enjoy! 

Store leftovers at room temperature up to four days. They can be frozen to eat later. 

These are delicious cookies, perfect for a tea party or other event. 

If you make this recipe and love it, don’t forget to leave a review and a comment below. And while you're at it, go ahead and pin some photos to your Pinterest boards!

What to Enjoy About This Almond Shortbread with Almond Glaze

• Buttery, tender texture. Classic shortbread that practically melts on your tongue with every bite.
• Delicate almond flavor. A subtle, nutty richness runs through both the cookie and the sweet, glossy glaze.
• Simple, timeless elegance. These cookies are understated but beautiful — perfect for tea trays, dessert platters, or gifting.
• Versatile treat. Lovely for holidays, showers, brunches, or anytime you want something a little refined and a lot delicious.
• Keeps beautifully. These cookies stay fresh for days, making them a great make-ahead option for gatherings or gifting.
• Pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. Lightly sweet and perfectly crisp, they’re an ideal companion for a cozy afternoon break.

About the Author

Janice Thompson is an author, baker, and all-around mischief maker! She has overcome a host of baking catastrophes, including a toppled wedding cake, to learn more about the baking process. Janice has published over 165 books for the Christian market but particularly enjoys writing recipes and baking devotions. To learn more about Janice or to drop her a note, visit her About the Author page.