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Easy Italian Almond Cookies Recipe

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These Easy Italian Almond Cookies are delicate, chewy treats made with almond flour and infused with vanilla and almond extracts. Lightly sweetened and dusted with powdered sugar, they are perfect for a simple homemade dessert or an elegant tea-time snack.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1½ cups almond flour
  • 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup caster sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • Pinch of salt

For Coating

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Prepare Coating: Pour the powdered sugar into a small bowl and set it aside. This will be used to coat the cookie dough balls before baking.
  3. Make Dough: In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, lightly beaten egg whites, caster sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until a slightly sticky cookie dough forms. You may need to use your hands to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  4. Shape Cookies: Using about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough, roll into a ball. Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated. Place the coated balls onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them apart as these cookies will not spread during baking.
  5. Flatten Cookies: Gently press down on each cookie ball with your fingers to flatten it slightly—this helps the cookie cook evenly and achieve the right texture.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid overbaking; the cookies should be just set and lightly golden, retaining a chewy texture.
  7. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy once cooled.

Notes

  • Do not overbake the cookies as they can become dry and lose their chewy texture.
  • The cookies do not spread, so it’s important to flatten them slightly before baking.
  • Use almond flour specifically (not almond meal) for a finer texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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