Almond and Lemon Cookies

Almond and lemon cookies are a true delight that combines the sweetness of almonds with the fresh aroma of lemon. Here is a simple recipe to prepare these delicious cookies.

Ingredients

• 200 g almond flour
• 100 g granulated sugar
• The grated zest of 1 organic lemon
• 1 egg white
• A pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the almond flour with the granulated sugar and the grated lemon zest.
3. Add the egg white and a pinch of salt to the almond mixture.
4. Work the ingredients with your hands or a wooden spoon until a homogeneous dough forms.
5. Take small portions of dough and form balls, then flatten them slightly to give the cookies a disc shape.
6. Arrange the cookies on the prepared tray, leaving a little space between each one.
7. Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
8. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Once cooled, you can dust them with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and a more refined finish.

These cookies are delicious on their own or accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee. If desired, you can add chocolate chips to the basic recipe or replace part of the almond flour with hazelnut flour to vary the flavor.

Fun Facts

Almond and lemon cookies have roots in Italian pastry art and are a classic example of how simple ingredients can transform into a rich and engaging taste experience. Lemon, typical of Mediterranean citrus fruits, gives the cookies an unmistakable aroma that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of almonds.