Simple Almond Cookies
4 servings
30 minutes
Simple almond cookies are an exquisite dessert rooted in Russian culinary traditions. Their light nutty flavor combines with an airy texture, while the crispy crust adds special delight. Almonds ground with sugar and egg whites create a delicate mass that becomes fragrant and slightly golden after baking. These cookies pair perfectly with tea or coffee, enhancing cozy family tea times. Due to the simplicity of ingredients and the recipe, they remain accessible even for novice cooks. Almond cookies not only please the palate but also fill the home with the warm scent of sweet baking, creating an atmosphere of comfort.
1
To prepare almond cookies, first blanch the almonds, peel them, and let them dry in a warm place. Grind the dried almonds finely in a mortar, gradually adding egg whites (2-3) and sugar.
- Almond: 200 g
- Egg white: 6 pieces
- Sugar: 1.8 glass
2
Add the remaining egg whites to the almond mass, mix well and heat; then slightly cool, add flour and mix; after that, transfer to an envelope and shape into small patties on a sheet of paper.
- Egg white: 6 pieces
- Wheat flour: 0.5 glass
3
Place the prepared cookies on a metal sheet and put them in a warm oven to bake. During baking, the cookies should brown and dry well.
4
When the cookies are ready, transfer them with the paper to a slightly damp napkin.
5
As soon as the cookies start to pull away from the paper, they should be removed and placed in a vase.