Baci Di Dama (Almond Cookies)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Baci Di Dama - Delicious Italian Almond Cookies for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Makes about 24 cookies

Calories

77 per cookie

Sugar

Fat

Baci Di Dama are traditional Italian cookies that are perfect for serving at tea parties, bridal showers or family gatherings. They're small, bite-sized cookies that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without overindulging. These cookies are made with ground almonds, sugar, vanilla extract and egg whites. The combination of these ingredients gives the cookies a nutty flavor with a crunchy texture. Baci Di Dama are easy to make and can be enjoyed by anyone, even those on a gluten-free or low-fat diet.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Put the almonds on a baking sheet and roast them for 10 minutes, until they're lightly golden brown. Let them cool for a few minutes.
3.	Grind the almonds and sugar together in a food processor. Add the vanilla extract and egg whites and pulse to combine.
4.	Form the mixture into small, round balls and flatten slightly with your finger. Place them on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
5.	Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, until they're golden brown around the edges.
6.	Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

PROS

Crunchy and sweet, with a nutty flavor, these cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
They’re also gluten-free and low in fat.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They also contain almonds, so they shouldn’t be consumed by people with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are rich in vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. They support healthy brain function and promote heart health. They’re also a good source of protein and fiber, which helps with digestion.

	1 cup sweet almonds
	1 cup bitter almonds
	1/2 cup granulated sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	2 cups sugar
	5 egg whites