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Ricciarelli with honey cookies served with coffee

Ricciarelli with Honey – Soft, Chewy Italian Almond Cookies


  • Author: Chloe
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Ricciarelli with Honey is a delightful Italian cookie made with almond flour and naturally sweetened with honey. These chewy, soft cookies are a healthier take on the traditional Ricciarelli, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together almond flour, honey, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and baking powder until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the almond flour mixture.
  • Shape the dough into oval cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Lightly dust with powdered sugar.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let the cookies cool before serving.

Notes

  • If the dough is too sticky, chill it for 30 minutes before shaping the cookies.
  • For a sweeter taste, you can add more honey, but be mindful of altering the texture.
  • These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 3g

Keywords: Ricciarelli with Honey, almond cookies, Italian almond cookies, honey dessert, chewy cookies, gluten-free cookies