Description
These Soft & Chewy Almond Paste Cookies offer a delightful combination of tender texture and rich almond flavor, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz almond paste
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough In a large mixing bowl, crumble the almond paste into small pieces. Add both granulated sugar and powdered sugar, mixing until the mixture becomes crumbly and well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients Beat in the egg whites, almond extract, and salt into the crumbly mixture. Continue mixing until the dough becomes smooth and sticky, indicating proper binding.
- Shape Cookies Form the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Garnish Optionally, press sliced almonds onto the top of each cookie to add a crunchy texture and attractive appearance.
- Bake Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden, signaling they are cooked through but still soft.
- Cool and Dust Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Before serving, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch.
