COFFEE ALMOND CRISPS

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The blend of coffee, cinnamon and toasted almonds has made these cookies a favorite for over 50 years. These crispy treats make good coffee "dunking" cookies. -Sarah Benthien, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup brewed coffee, room temperature
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 cup chopped almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in coffee. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in almonds. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Combine sugar and remaining cinnamon; sprinkle over cookies. Flatten slightly. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.