Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 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, granulated sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy, then add the almond and vanilla extracts.
- Gradually fold the egg whites into the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Using a spoon or your hands, form small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Dust each ball lightly with powdered sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden and the tops are slightly cracked.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest.
- Make sure to use finely ground almond flour for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg