Strazzate (Chocolate-Almond Cookies)

1. 1

   Heat oven to 325u00b0F Grease 2 baking sheets with butter.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together baking powder and 1 tbsp lukewarm water until dissolved.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine ground almonds, chopped almonds, flour, sugar, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, oil, and salt.

4. 4

   With a wooden spoon, vigorously stir in the baking powder mixture, liqueur, and coffee to form a wet dough.

5. 5

   Using your hands, roll 1 oz chunks of dough into balls and transfer to prepared baking sheets spaced about 1 inch apart.

6. 6

   Bake until set (about 30 minutes). Transfer to racks to cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.