Deliciously soft almond-flavored sugar cookies are stuffed with pockets of marzipan, lightly scented with orange blossom water for a unique flavor.
Ingredients:
For Cookies:
2 cups (8 1/2 ounces or 240 grams) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (2 1/2 ounces or 70 grams) almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup (2 ounces) cream cheese, at room temperature
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
For Filling:
8 ounces almond paste
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
1 cup sliced almonds, lightly crushed
Directions:
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