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Pignoli Cookies Recipe

Classic Italian cookies made with almond paste and pine nuts.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 90 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz Almond paste
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Egg whites
  • 1 cup Pine nuts
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, break the almond paste into small pieces. Add the sugar and mix until well combined.
  3. Add the egg whites, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Drop teaspoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Press a few pine nuts onto the top of each cookie.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Cookies, Pignoli
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