Almond cakes

6 servings

30 minutes

Almond pastries are an exquisite dessert from sunny Italy, where almonds hold a special place in pastry art. They have a delicate airy structure thanks to whipped egg whites, and lemon juice adds a light citrus freshness. Almonds provide a nutty depth of flavor, while the sugar glaze with coconut milk makes them even more refined. Coconut flakes enhance the aroma and create a pleasant texture. These pastries are perfect for festive tea parties or as an elegant treat with a cup of strong coffee. Their lightness and airiness make them ideal for summer evenings, and their exquisite taste will delight true gourmets.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 322.7
• Proteins: 6.3g
• Fats: 9.6g
• Carbohydrates: 58.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 0.3 glass
• Salt: pinch
• Egg white: 4 pc
• Lemon juice: 0.3 tsp
• Ground almonds: 0.5 tsp
• Sugar: 0.5 glass
• Coconut milk: 2 tbsp
• Coconut flakes: 0.5 glass
• Powdered sugar: 1 glass

Cooking steps

1. Prepare 6 molds with a volume of about 3/4 cup.

2. Sift the flour and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.3 glass
   • Salt:  pinch

3. Whip the egg whites with lemon juice and almonds using a mixer. Gradually add sugar and whip until frothy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 4 pieces
   • Lemon juice: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Ground almonds: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Sugar: 0.5 glass

4. Add flour to the mixture, knead the dough. Place the dough in molds and bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastries are cooked through. Cool and remove them from the molds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.3 glass

5. Mix coconut milk with powdered sugar. Drizzle the resulting glaze over the pastries and sprinkle with coconut flakes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coconut milk: 2 tablespoons
   • Powdered sugar: 1 glass
   • Coconut flakes: 0.5 glass