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Italian Ricciarelli Cookies

Italian Ricciarelli Cookies are soft and chewy and are made with almond flour with a hint of orange or lemon flavor. They make a wonderful gluten-free option.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 25 cookies
Calories: 45 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg whites
  • zest of ½ orange or lemon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ teaspoon almond flavoring
  • ¾ cup powdered/icing sugar
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
EXTRAS
  • ⅓-½ cup powdered/icing sugar (divided)

Instructions

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  1. In the mixer add the egg whites, zest, vanilla, almond flavoring and combine, then add the sugar, flour, salt and baking powder, combine with either a wooden spoon or beat with flat beaters on low speed until a soft and compact dough forms.
  2. Move the dough to a clean bowl, cover in plastic and refrigerate for 12-24 hours or up to 3 days.
  3. Pre-heat oven to 325F (160F). Line 1-2 cookies sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Remove the dough from the fridge, place the dough on a flat surface that has been liberally sprinkled with powdered sugar (extras) roll the dough to form an approximate 21 inch (55 cm) log, cut into ½ inch (1.2 cm) slices, and shape into an oval, place them on the prepared cookie sheets. Dust the slices well with the remaining powdered sugar. While the oven is pre-heating, allow the cookies to sit at room temperature for 10 – 15 minutes on the cookie sheets to dry out a bit before baking them.
  5. Bake for approximately 15-18 minutes. Gently and carefully with a spatula remove the cookies immediately to a wire rack to cool completely. They will be soft at first but when cooled will become the perfect chewy consistency. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The cookies are done when the edges are light golden brown and they start to crack on top. 
  • These cookies will keep well in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
  • The completely cooled cookies can be frozen in a freezer safe container. They will keep for up to 2 months in the freezer.

Nutrition Information

Calories 45kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 5mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 25cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45

% Daily Value*

Calories 45kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 5mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.