Italian Almond Cookies
Italian Almond Cookies is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionArrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 350°F.
Lightly oil 2 large baking sheets, then line with parchment paper.
In food processor, combine 2 1/4 cups almonds and 1/3 cup sugar.
Process until finely ground, scraping down sides once or twice.
In electric mixer fitted with whisk attachment, beat egg whites and salt at high speed until soft peaks form.
Reduce speed to medium and gradually sprinkle in remaining 1/3 cup sugar.
Return speed to high and beat mixture until stiff, shiny peaks form.
Gently fold in ground almond mixture and almond and vanilla extracts.
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls, place 2 inches apart on baking sheets, and flatten slightly.
Top each with glacéed cherry or almond.
Bake until cookies are golden, switching positions of pans halfway through, about 25 minutes.
Cool on sheets 5 minutes, then transfer to racks to cool completely.
Cookies keep, wrapped, several days, or frozen, several weeks.
Recrisp in warm oven.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.