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Ricciarelli - Almond Cookies

Traditional Ricciarelli cookies recipe - These soft and chewy Italian almond cookies are super easy to make and perfect for breakfast or tea time!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 18
Calories: 112 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 200 g sugar
  • 200 g almond flour
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • zest of ½ orange
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 1 tablespoon icing sugar plus extra
  • 2 tablespoon water
  • 1 egg white
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

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  1. Set 3 tablespoons of sugar aside. Add the remaining sugar, almond flour, flour, orange zest, almond extract (if using), and icing sugar to a bowl and mix briefly.
  2. Pour the water into a saucepan with the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar, and simmer over low heat, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat, allow to cool slightly, then pour it into the bowl with the almond mixture.
  3. Cover the bowl with cling film and let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour or overnight. This step is optional but recommended as it will make the cookie dough more aromatic.
  4. Whisk the egg white until foamy then add into the bowl with the remaining ingredients. Add baking powder and mix all the ingredients together to form a slightly sticky dough.
  5. Preheat oven to 160°C/320°F and or with the fan option on at 140°C/280°F, and arrange the baking tray onto the middle shelf of the oven.
  6. Sprinkle a work surface with icing sugar, and roll the dough into a log.
  7. Cut into slices about 1,5 cm-½-inch thick, and give each slice the classic oval shape of the ricciarello. As you make them, dust them on both sides with icing sugar and arrange them on the baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes. As soon as the cracks begin to form on the surface, they are ready and you can take them out of the oven.
  9. Do not worry if they seem too soft, when they get cold they will reach the right consistency. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely, then serve.

Notes

  • Please note that all my baking recipes are tested with grams measurements, which are more accurate than cup measurements. US cup amounts are provided, but for best results please always use a scale when measuring ingredients.
  • BAKING TIPS
  • STORAGE TIPS
  • Store your almond ricciarelli cookies in an airtight container or sealed jar. Keep them in a cool spot in your kitchen or in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
  • To make things quicker, you can use your hands or a small cookie scoop to form even balls instead of making the classic oval-shaped cookies.
  • These cookies should not overcook because they must remain soft inside, so after the first 5 minutes of baking time, check the oven every 2 minutes.
  • Let the ricciarelli cool completely on a cooling rack, this will help set the cookies, and results in a crunchy outside and a soft and chewy inside.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cookie Calories 112kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 0.4g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.003g Monounsaturated Fat 0.001g Sodium 15mg (1%) Potassium 4mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 12g (24%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 112

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 112kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.003g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.001g 0%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Potassium 4mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 12g 24%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

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