Delicately chewy, fragrant almond cookies with crisp edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center—just like Nonna makes! These gluten-free Italian classics are perfect with coffee or as an elegant dessert.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
✅ Authentic Italian flavor – Rich almond taste with a hint of citrus.
✅ Naturally gluten-free – Made with almond flour.
✅ Easy to make – Only 6 ingredients, no mixer needed!
✅ Perfect texture – Crisp outside, soft inside.
Ingredients (Makes 20 cookies)
2 cups (200g) fine almond flour
⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar
2 large egg whites
½ tsp almond extract
¼ tsp salt
Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)
Powdered sugar (for rolling)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Make the Dough
In a bowl, whisk almond flour, sugar, and salt.
Add egg whites, almond extract, and zest (if using). Mix until a thick dough forms.
3. Shape the Cookies
Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
Place on baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten slightly with your palm.
4. Bake & Cool
Bake 15-18 mins until cracked on top and edges are golden.
Cool 10 mins on the tray (they’ll firm up as they cool).
Pro Tips
🌰 Blanched almond flour = Smoother texture.
🍋 Citrus twist – Orange zest pairs beautifully with almond.
🔥 Chewier cookies? Bake 1-2 mins less.
❄️ Storage – Keep airtight for 1 week (freeze for longer).
Serving Ideas
☕ With espresso – Classic Italian pairing.
🍨 Dessert upgrade – Serve with vanilla gelato.
🎁 Gift-worthy – Pack in a pretty box with ribbon.
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Final Thoughts
These Soft Italian Almond Cookies are elegant, aromatic, and irresistibly tender—the ultimate coffee companion or sweet gift.
