Italian Almond Cookies, Version II
Italian Almond Cookies, Version II bake up with a crackly almond crust and a tender, chewy center that’s rich with pure almond flavor. Coated in sliced almonds for extra crunch and visual flair, they’re perfect for gifting, holiday platters, or an elegant dessert after dinner. Their simple ingredient list highlights the nutty sweetness that makes these classic bites unforgettable.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves72
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Italian Almond Cookies, Version II, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 28 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 20 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 64
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 14
- Performance
- 15
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease the cookie sheets.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix the almond paste, flour, egg whites, white sugar, and confectioners' sugar with your hands until well combined. The mixture will be very sticky. Put the sliced almonds in a small bowl. Scoop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough and drop them into the almonds, then roll until fully coated. Arrange them 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool on the cookie sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Calories 123.77 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 2.52 g Low Source 5%
- Carbohydrate 17.51 g 6%
- Total Fat 5.4 g Moderate 7%
- Saturated Fat 0.47 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 7.11 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 1.41 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 13.91 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.92 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.42 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 67.5 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Italian Almond Cookies, Version II is an Italian dessert recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 72, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Almond Paste, Egg Whites, and Powdered Sugar. Each serving provides about 123.77 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Italian Almond Cookies, Version II?
- It is an Italian cookie recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for dessert or snack.
- What is Italian Almond Cookies, Version II made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Almond Paste, Egg Whites, Powdered Sugar, Sliced Almonds. The full list of 6 is above.
- What goes well with Italian Almond Cookies, Version II?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Italian Almond Cookies, Version II?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 123.77 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Italian Almond Cookies, Version II easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Italian Almond Cookies, Version II healthy?
- Italian Almond Cookies, Version II has an easyChef Pro health score of 24/100. Per serving, it provides 123.77 calories and 2.52 g of protein, or 5% of the Daily Value. It contains Tree Nuts, Eggs, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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