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Almond Pinches

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almond flour This gives your pinches a lovely nutty flavor and a wonderful texture.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the mixture and helps create a soft, tender bite.
  • 2 large egg whites These are essential for lightness and structure.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Adds a lovely, rich almond flavor that enhances the overall taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
  • whole almonds for garnish, these not only add a nice crunch but also make your pinches look pretty!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • pastry bag
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Add the almond extract and continue whisking until soft peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the egg whites into the dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Using a pastry bag or spoon, drop small mounds of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  6. Press a whole almond into the center of each mound.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.