Soft And Chewy Italian Almond Cookie Recipe
Looking for a delicious Italian treat? Try this Soft And Chewy Italian Almond Cookie Recipe! These cookies are incredibly simple to make.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Parchment paper
- Cookie scoop or spoon
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup sliced almonds for topping
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- This prevents cookies from sticking.
- Set everything aside and gather your ingredients.
- Combine almond flour and powdered sugar together.
- Whisk them in a large bowl.
- Add the salt and mix well.
- Make sure there are no lumps.
- Beat egg whites until they're frothy.
- Add the almond extract to the eggs.
- Pour this mixture into your dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough.
- Roll them into small balls.
- Place them on your prepared baking sheets.
- Leave 2 inches between each cookie.
- Press sliced almonds gently on top.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
- The edges should be slightly firm.
- The centers will look soft but set.
- Don't overbake or they'll become dry.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet.
- Transfer them to a cooling rack afterward.
- Dust with extra powdered sugar if desired.
- Enjoy your homemade Italian treats!
Notes
- Use room temperature egg whites for better mixing.
- Don't overmix the dough or cookies become tough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- They stay fresh for up to one week.
- You can freeze the dough for later use.
- Add a pinch of lemon zest for variation.
- Use high-quality almond extract for best flavor.