Description
Elegant and chewy cookies rich with nutty flavors and a hint of sweetness, showcasing the craftsmanship of Italian pastry-making.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sliced almonds, for garnish
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and powdered sugar, ensuring they are well mixed and free of lumps.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy but not peaked. Gently fold the egg whites into the dry ingredients with a spatula.
- Add the vanilla extract to the mixture, folding it in until fully combined.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart. Garnish each mound with sliced almonds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cookies turn a light golden color with firm edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a unique twist, substitute almond flour with pistachio flour or incorporate orange blossom water for added flavor. The cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week or frozen for three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg