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Italian crunchy almond cookies

Irresistible Italian Crunchy Almond Cookies for Cozy Moments

Discover the delightful Italian crunchy almond cookies, a vegan-friendly treat infused with almond, orange zest, and warm spices—perfect for cozy moments.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Raw Almonds Finely chopped
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 3 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch processed
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Can replace with cloves or nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp Zest of Organic Orange Can use lemon zest as an alternative
  • 1 cup Fresh Hot Coffee Use decaf if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based
For Dusting
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread raw almonds on a baking sheet. Toast for 15-20 minutes or until fragrant and lightly browned. Cool and finely chop.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Add chopped almonds and orange zest, stirring well.
  3. Create a well in the center and pour in hot coffee and milk. Mix gradually to form a stiff dough, adding more liquid if necessary.
  4. Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each into a log about 10 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. Flatten and slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
  5. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
  6. Remove from oven and cool on a rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.

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