Italian Almond Macaroons

Italian Almond Macaroons

This is a good recipe that’s quick and easy. Pine nuts may be substituted for the slivered almonds in this chewy cookie.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
4 dozen
Servings:
48

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2
In a medium bowl, stir together the almond paste, egg whites and lemon extract until smooth. Sift together the white sugar and confectioners' sugar, then combine sugars with the flour and salt. Stir the dry ingredients into the egg mixture along with the food coloring of your choice. Drop by teaspoonfuls, two inches apart, onto the prepared cookie sheets. Sprinkle some nuts on top of each cookie.

Step 3
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. Store or freeze in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

83
Calories
3g
Fat
12g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 48
Calories 83
% Daily Value *
Total Fat3g 4%
Saturated Fat0g 2%
Sodium20mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate12g 5%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars7g
Protein2g
Calcium20mg 2%
Iron0mg 2%
Potassium46mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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