Pignoli cookies
Pignoli cookies are traditional Italian cookies made with almond paste and topped with pine nuts. They have a sweet and nutty flavor, with a chewy texture on the inside and a crunchy exterior. They are a popular treat, especially during the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 8 oz almond paste
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, crumble the almond paste and mix it with the sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg white to the almond paste mixture and mix until you have a smooth dough.
- Place the pine nuts in a shallow dish.
- Take small amounts of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in the pine nuts, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Place the coated balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 158kcal (8%)Carbohydrates: 18g (6%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 97mg (3%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 15g (17%)Vitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 34mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
