Italian almond cookies with pine nuts

5 servings

30 minutes

Italian almond cookies with pine nuts are a refined blend of delicate almond flavor and crunchy nuts, offering true gastronomic pleasure. This dessert has roots in Italian cuisine, where nuts and almonds traditionally hold an important place in pastries. The light, crumbly dough infused with almond aroma is harmoniously complemented by subtle notes of pine nuts. It pairs perfectly with a cup of strong espresso or fragrant tea, creating an atmosphere of warm coziness. These cookies can be served as an exquisite dessert for a festive table or simply to indulge yourself and loved ones with a cozy homemade treat. Their simplicity in preparation makes them accessible even for beginner bakers, while the taste and texture are unforgettable.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 481.5
• Proteins: 11.4g
• Fats: 34.1g
• Carbohydrates: 33.3g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 100 g
• Ground almonds: 150 g
• Salt: pinch
• Egg white: 1 pc
• Pine nuts: 150 g
• Almond extract: to taste

Cooking steps

1. In a deep bowl, mix almond flour and sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground almonds: 150 g
   • Sugar: 100 g

2. In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt, but not to 'peaks', just to the consistency of lightly whipped cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 1 piece
   • Salt:  pinch

3. Incorporate the whipped egg whites into the almond mixture, add a couple of drops of almond extract, knead the dough by hand, and form a ball. Pinch off small pieces from the ball at a time, roll each piece in pine nuts and shape into a small ball so that the nuts are inside the cookie ball. Slightly flatten the surface of each cookie before baking.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 1 piece
   • Almond extract:  to taste
   • Pine nuts: 150 g

4. Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 160 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Cool down and enjoy.