Italian Almond Blood Orange Cookies Recipe

Name: Italian Almond Blood Orange Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted and cooled (see note); 2 cups (about 10 ounces) all purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 cup (about 7 ounces) sugar; 1 egg yolk (white reserved); 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 packed teaspoon blood orange zest from about 1 small blood orange; 1 egg white (reserved from egg above); 1 1/2 cups sliced blanched almonds; Confectioners sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted and cooled (see note)
2 cups (about 10 ounces) all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup (about 7 ounces) sugar
1 egg yolk (white reserved)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 packed teaspoon blood orange zest from about 1 small blood orange
1 egg white (reserved from egg above)
1 1/2 cups sliced blanched almonds
Confectioners sugar, for dusting

1
In the bowl of a food processor, grind toasted almonds until the consistency of coarse flour. Add to a medium bowl with flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine and set aside.
2
In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar with an electric mixture until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg yolk, orange zest, and vanilla; beat to combine. Add dry ingredients to the bowl and beat until it comes together into a dough. Divide dough into two equal pieces. Form each piece into a 1-inch wide log, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 1 hour.
3
Adjust oven rack to lower and middle positions and preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Cut the first log of dough into 1/4th-inch wide slices.
4
Place egg white in a shallow bowl. Fill another shallow bowl with sliced almonds. Dip each cookie into egg white, then into sliced almonds to coat. Place on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Bake cookies until golden, about 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with confectioner's sugar to coat.

1315

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted and cooled (see note), 2 cups (about 10 ounces) all purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Italian Almond Blood Orange Cookies Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!