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Pignoli Cookies

Pignoli cookies are ready in 30 minutes and taste amazing. These Italian cookies are made with almond paste and are perfect for any time of the year.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: 115 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 7 oz almond paste (200 grams)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg white
  • 2 tbsp almond flour (optional, if needed)
  • 1 cup pine nuts

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Break the almond paste into small pieces and pulse in a food processor until crumbly. Add the sugar and pulse again until combined.
  3. Whisk the egg white until frothy, then add it to the almond paste mixture. Blend until the dough comes together. If it’s too sticky to form balls, add almond flour one tablespoon at a time (up to 2 tablespoons max).
  4. With wet hands, roll the dough into small balls. Gently roll each ball in the pine nuts to coat completely and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Gently flatten each ball with a slightly wet glass to ensure even baking. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the cookies are slightly golden.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • Wet Hands for Shaping: Wetting your hands prevents the dough from sticking when forming the balls.
  • No Substitutions: Stick to granulated sugar and almond paste for authentic results.
  • Chill the Dough if Necessary: If the dough feels too soft or sticky, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes before shaping. This makes it easier to handle and ensures the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  • Watch for Slight Golden Edges: Pignoli cookies are done when the edges are slightly golden, but the centers remain pale. Overbaking can make them too dry, so keep a close eye during the last few minutes of baking.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 115kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 74mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 115

% Daily Value*

Calories 115kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 74mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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