Holly Wood
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Gluten-Free Italian Pignoli Cookies Delight
Delightfully chewy and nutty, these Gluten-Free Italian Pignoli Cookies are made with almond paste and coated in pine nuts, offering a perfect treat for any occasion. Easy to make and naturally gluten-free, they are a wonderful addition to your dessert table.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:snack
- Diet:gluten-free
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:8
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings24
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup
- 1 (7 ounce) package
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup, plus more for dusting
- 2
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 3 tablespoons
- 1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Gluten-Free Italian Pignoli Cookies Delight.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and arrange the oven racks in the center and lower third for even baking.
Step 2
To prepare your baking sheets, line two of them with parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for your delightful cookies.
Step 3
Next, grab a bowl and toss in the pine nuts, setting them aside for later use.
Step 4
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the almond paste, cane sugar, and confectioners' sugar.
Step 5
Beat the mixture on medium speed until it becomes crumbly, creating a lovely base for your cookies.
Step 6
Now, add in the egg whites and a splash of vanilla extract, continuing to mix on medium speed until you achieve a smooth, creamy paste—this should take about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 7
Once your mixture is silky, gently fold in the gluten-free flour and a pinch of salt until everything is well combined.
Step 8
Don’t worry if the dough feels a bit tacky; that’s just how it should be! Now comes the fun part! Using a tablespoon, scoop out a portion of the dough and, with slightly damp hands, roll it into a ball.
Step 9
Take one side of the ball and coat it with the pine nuts, then place it on your prepared baking sheet with the nutty side facing up.
Step 10
Repeat this delightful process until all the dough is shaped and ready to bake.
Step 11
Slide the baking sheets into your preheated oven and let the cookies bake for 13 to 15 minutes.
Step 12
Remember to rotate the sheets halfway through to ensure even baking, watching for those beautiful golden brown edges that signal they’re ready.
Step 13
Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely—this should take about 15 minutes.
Step 14
Finally, for that extra touch of sweetness, dust the cooled cookies with a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar before serving.
Step 15
Enjoy the delightful aroma and the joy of sharing these treats with friends and family!.