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Italian Almond Cookies

Delicious Italian Almond Cookies for a Chewy Holiday Treat

These Italian Almond Cookies are a delightful, chewy treat perfect for holidays.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Consider using honey for a unique twist
  • 2 large egg whites Use room temperature for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Feel free to swap with vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup almond flour Ensure it's finely ground
For the Coating
  • 1 cup confectioner's sugar Used for rolling cookie balls

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Tablespoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour and granulated sugar.
  3. In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites and sea salt until soft peaks form, then fold in almond extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the egg whites and mix until combined.
  5. Dust hands with confectioner's sugar, scoop dough, and roll into 1-inch balls.
  6. Roll each ball in confectioner's sugar and place on baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a glass.
  7. Bake cookies for 15-20 minutes until golden, keeping the center slightly soft.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week or frozen for 2-3 months.

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