Learn how to make the best almond cookies! These cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly delicious. They're gluten-free (flour-free), butter-free, and quite easy to make. They're perfect for holidays, parties, or any other occasion.
INGREDIENTS
2¼ cups (220g) almond flour (ground almonds)
1 cup + 2 tbsp (140g) of powdered sugar
3/4 teaspoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of salt
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of rose water (optional)
1 teaspoon of almond extract (optional)
Lemon zest from a lemon
1 teaspoon of lemon juice
For decoration:
Raw almonds or walnuts
PREPARATION
1 – Preheat the oven to 175C.
2 – In a large bowl, mix the almond flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, lemon zest and salt.
3 – In another bowl, beat the egg white until it is frothy (not stiff peaks, just beat!).
4 – Add the beaten egg white, vanilla extract, rose water, almond extract, lemon juice to the flour mixture and stir until homogeneous.
5 – Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6 – Decorate each biscuit with an almond (optional).
7. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until lightly golden (the cookies should not be too brown, otherwise they will dry out). Let cool before serving.
How long can almond biscuits be kept?
These soft almond biscuits can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Are these almond biscuits gluten-free?
Yes, these almond cookies are completely gluten-free; they contain no wheat flour at all. The main ingredient in these cookies is ground almonds.
Are these almond biscuits soft?
Yes, these almond biscuits have a thin, crispy coating on the outside, but inside, the biscuits are soft and chewy.
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