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Crispy Italian Pignoli Cookies


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  • Author: julia
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 15 cookies 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of Crispy Italian Pignoli Cookies, a perfect blend of crunch and chewiness. With their golden exterior, nutty flavor from pine nuts, and subtle sweetness from almond flour and sugar, these cookies are a taste of Italy in every bite. Perfect alongside coffee or as a sweet treat for any occasion, they bring warmth and joy to gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
  3. Gently fold in the egg whites until a sticky dough forms; ensure no lumps remain.
  4. Stir in the toasted pine nuts until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape the dough into one-inch balls and space them two inches apart on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg