Pignoli Cookies I

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 10

Pignoli Cookies I - Delicious Italian Cookies packed with Pine Nuts

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15-18 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

100

Sugar

Fat

Pignoli (pronounced pin-YO-lee) Cookies are a traditional Italian dessert made from almond paste and pine nuts. Other common names for these cookies include Pinoli Cookies and Pine Nut Cookies. They are well-known for their crispy chewy texture and nutty flavour. Pignoli Cookies are popular in many countries around the world, including the U.S., where they are a favorite at Italian bakeries. They are perfect for serving with a cup of coffee or tea.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
2.	Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.	Break almond paste into small pieces and place in a large bowl.
4.	Add the white sugar and confectioners' sugar to the bowl and beat on medium speed until crumbly.
5.	Gradually add the egg whites while continuing to beat the mixture.
6.	Spread the pine nuts on a plate.
7.	Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls.
8.	Roll each ball in pine nuts, pressing nuts into the dough with your fingers.
9.	Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10.	Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

Pignoli Cookies are easy to make, gluten-free, and a crowd-pleaser at any event.

They have a chewy texture with a lovely nutty flavour thanks to the almond paste and pine nuts.

CONS

These cookies can be quite sweet, which may not suit everyone’s taste.

The pine nuts in the recipe are expensive and may be difficult to find in some regions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds, which form the base of these cookies, are packed with nutrients. They are high in healthy fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Eating almonds can help reduce the risk of heart disease and lower cholesterol levels. Pine nuts, which are sprinkled on the outside of these cookies, are rich in magnesium, zinc, and copper. They are also a good source of vitamin E and antioxidants.

	12 ounces almond paste
	1/2 cup white sugar
	1 cup confectioners ' sugar
	4 egg whites
	1 1/2 cups pine nuts