Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies
Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies are chewy with a deep almond aroma, lightly sweet, and finished with a delicate crunch from slivered almonds. A hint of lemon brightens each bite, while the tender centers contrast beautifully with the crisp exterior—perfect for afternoon coffee, holiday cookie trays, or gifting.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves48
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line the cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix the almond paste, egg whites, and lemon extract until smooth.
- 3
Sift the white sugar and confectioners' sugar together, then mix the sugars with the flour and salt.
- 4
Stir the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, adding the food coloring of your choice.
- 5
Drop the batter by teaspoonfuls, spacing them two inches apart, onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- 6
Sprinkle some nuts on top of each cookie.
- 7
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cookies are golden around the edges.
- 8
Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheets before moving them to wire racks to cool completely.
- 9
Store or freeze the cookies in an airtight container.
- Calories 84.62 kcal Low Source
- Protein 1.73 g Low Source
- Carbs 12.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.26 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.29 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 7.98 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.68 g Low Source
- Sugar 10.39 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 20.19 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.26 mg Low Source
- Potassium 30.07 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.03 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.12 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies is an Italian dessert recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 48, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Almond Paste, Cane Sugar, and Egg Whites. Each serving provides about 84.62 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies?
- It is an Italian cookie recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dessert or snack.
- What is Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Almond Paste, Cane Sugar, Egg Whites, Lemon Extract. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 84.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Italian Almond Macaroon Cookies easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 9 steps.
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