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Italian crunchy almond cookies

Italian Crunchy Almond Cookies That Spark Holiday Joy

Delight in these Italian crunchy almond cookies, a festive favorite perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups raw Almonds toasted and chopped
  • 2 cups all-purpose Flour gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup granulated Sugar maple syrup can be substituted
  • 2 teaspoons baking Powder
  • ½ cup unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch processed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • zest of 1 Organic Orange can substitute with lemon zest
  • ¼ cup Fresh Hot Coffee optional, can substitute with hot cocoa
  • ½ cup Milk dairy or plant-based

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • fine sieve
  • cutting board
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the raw almonds on a baking sheet and toast them for 15-20 minutes until fragrant and golden brown. Chop finely and cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Fold in chopped almonds and orange zest.
  3. Make a well in the center of the dry mixture. Pour in hot coffee and milk, whisking until a stiff dough forms. Adjust with more milk if needed.
  4. Divide the dough into four equal parts. Roll each piece into logs about 10 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. Cut diagonally into pieces about 1 to 1¼ inches long.
  5. Place cut cookies on a lined baking sheet, spaced ½ inch apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until set and soft in the center.
  6. Cool cookies on a wire rack for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or refrigerate for up to 3 weeks. Freeze for extended storage up to 3 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes for a fresh experience.

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