Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In another large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add granulated sugar and beat until fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat on high speed until well combined, about 1 minute.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until well combined.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts and roll each part out on floured parchment paper until about 1/4-inch thick.
- Dust the rolled-out dough with flour, place parchment paper on top, add the second rolled-out dough, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove dough from refrigerator, cut into shapes using cookie cutters, and place on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-13 minutes until lightly browned around edges. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Nutella Glaze
- In a medium bowl, beat all glaze ingredients together until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Spread Nutella glaze on cooled cookies, adding chopped hazelnuts as desired.
Notes
Cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or frozen for up to 3 months.
