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These Italian almond cookies are a variation of classic amaretti – deliciously chewy, slightly soft in the centre, and completely irresistible. You\u2019ll find it hard to stop at just one! I made them in a mini version, they looked beautiful and tasted divine. Especially those baked just a minute longer, with a crisp, golden crust. Elegant and perfect for parties, particularly festive occasions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Makes about 40 cookies.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ingredients for Italian almond cookies:<\/span><\/p>\n

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• 3 egg whites (from large eggs)<\/li>\n
• 300 g ground almonds<\/li>\n
• 300 g icing sugar, plus extra for coating<\/li>\n
• 1 tablespoon honey or golden syrup<\/li>\n
• filling (optional): jam, lemon curd, flaked almonds, cr\u00e8me p\u00e2tissi\u00e8re, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  All ingredients should be at room temperature.<\/p>\n

  Place all ingredients in a mixer and blend until you get a thick, sticky, pliable dough. Cover with cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

  Once chilled, shape into small balls (about the size of a small walnut) and roll in icing sugar. Place on a baking tray lined with baking paper, leaving space between them – they will expand. Flatten slightly and use the end of a wooden spoon to make an indentation in each cookie. Fill with a small amount of your chosen filling.<\/p>\n

  Bake at 180\u00b0C for about 15 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack.<\/p>\n

  Enjoy!<\/p>\n

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  Inspired by Pastry by Richard Bertinet<\/span><\/span>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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