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Italian Almond Macaroons

Italian Almond Macaroons

Cost $10, save $15

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 25 Min
  • 48 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 16 ounces almond paste
    • 🥚 6 egg whites
    • 1 cup white sugar
    • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
    • ½ cup sifted all-purpose flour
    • 🧂 ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons lemon extract
    • 3 drops red food coloring
    • 🌰 ½ cup slivered almonds

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

2

In a medium bowl, stir together the almond paste, egg whites, and lemon extract until smooth.

3

Sift together the white sugar and confectioners' sugar, then combine sugars with the flour and salt.

4

Stir the dry ingredients into the egg mixture along with the food coloring. Drop by teaspoonfuls, two inches apart, onto the prepared cookie sheets. Sprinkle nuts on top of each cookie.

5

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until cookies are golden around the edges. Cool for a few minutes on baking sheets before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

83

Calories

  • 2
    Protein
  • 12
    Carbs
  • 3
    Fats

💡 Pine nuts can be substituted for slivered almonds for a different flavor.Ensure almond paste is well-mixed to avoid a lumpy texture in the cookies.For slight variation, try different food coloring options for an aesthetic touch.