Calabresi (Almond and Lemon Cookies)

Golden almond cookies with a hint of lemon. Crisp, simple, and perfect for dipping in wine or coffee.

Calabresi (Almond and Lemon Cookies)

Golden almond cookies with a hint of lemon. Crisp, simple, and perfect for dipping in wine or coffee.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• 4 oz almonds (blanched)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 2 cups flour
• Lemon peel + 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 egg (for wash)

Method

 

Instructions

1. Pulverize almonds with sugar (or chop fine).
2. Mix with yolks, flour, salt, lemon peel, and lemon juice.
3. Knead 8-10 mins to form smooth dough.
4. Roll out to 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 2-inch rounds.
5. Brush with beaten egg.
6. Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
7. Cool on rack.

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