Italian Almond Cookies That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Delight in these Italian Almond Cookies, a gluten-free treat with a crisp exterior and chewy center, showcasing rich almond flavor.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

2 cups Almond Flour Can substitute with finely ground almonds.
1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced for less sweetness.
2 Egg Whites Ensure they are at room temperature.
1 pinch Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
1 tbsp Honey Can substitute with agave syrup.
1 tsp Almond Extract Use vanilla extract as an alternative if unavailable.
1 tbsp Lemon Zest Can substitute with orange zest.
1 cup Powdered Sugar For coating before and after baking.

Equipment

Stand Mixer
baking sheet
Parchment paper
rubber spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, lemon zest, almond extract, and salt.
Whip egg whites using a stand mixer until soft peaks form (about 1.5 minutes).
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the dry mixture and add honey until combined.
Roll portions of the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten them into ovals.
Roll each cookie in powdered sugar, place on baking sheet, and bake for 18-25 minutes.
Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Roll cookies thoroughly in powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.

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