Easter Italian Almond Cookies - Soft, Chewy, Almond-Flavored & Perfect Festive Easter Cookies!
🛒 Ingredients:
(Makes about 24 cookies)
- 2 cups almond flour (or finely ground blanched almonds)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for coating
- Pastel sprinkles or whole almonds for garnish (optional)
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👨🍳 Directions:
Step 1: Make the Dough
1. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
2. In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
3. Add almond extract and vanilla extract.
4. Gently fold the egg whites into the almond mixture until a sticky dough forms.
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Step 2: Shape the Cookies
1. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
2. Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat.
3. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
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Step 3: Decorate
1. Press a whole almond into the center of each cookie or add pastel sprinkles for Easter flair.
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Step 4: Bake
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers stay soft.
3. Let cool completely before serving.
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💡Tips:
- Use food coloring in the dough for pastel-colored cookies.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week — perfect for make-ahead Easter treats!
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free because of the almond flour.
- Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving for a festive look.