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a plateful of freshly made italian almond cookies dusted with a bit of powdered sugar.
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Italian Almond Cookies

Italian Almond Cookies are delicious, gluten-free treats made with almond flour and topped with sliced almonds. They are sweet, nutty, and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy them with a cup of coffee or as a light dessert!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 24
Calories: 110kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Coating

  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk 2 egg whites until foamy but not stiff. Add the almond extract.
  • Add the egg white mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. The dough will be sticky.
  • Using a tablespoon, scoop dough and roll into balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Lightly whisk the extra egg white in a small bowl. Place the sliced almonds in another bowl.
  • Roll each dough ball first in the egg white, then in the sliced almonds to coat. Place the coated dough balls back on the baking sheet and lightly press the tops to flatten slightly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden and the tops are cracked.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Once the cookies are completely cooled, dust them with powdered sugar.

Notes

  1. Use fresh almond flour.
  2. Whisk the egg whites until they are foamy but not stiff for a light and airy dough.
  3. If the dough is too sticky to handle, chill it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet to help them set properly.
  5. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 0.04IU | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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