Ratafia Biscuits

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 14

Delicious Ratafia Biscuits with Sweet Almonds and Rose Water

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

171

Sugar

23g

Fat

Ratafia Biscuits are a French dessert classic that are similar to macarons. These biscuits are made with sweet almonds and rose water, which give them a delightful aroma and flavor. The texture of these biscuits is light and crispy with a slightly chewy center. Ratafia biscuits make a great addition to any dessert table or can be enjoyed on their own with a cup of tea or coffee. Try making these biscuits today and impress your friends and family with your baking skills!

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F
2.	Grind the sweet almonds in a food processor until fine
3.	Combine the almond extract, sugar, egg whites and rose water in a mixing bowl
4.	Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes
5.	Add the ground almonds to the mixture and mix until well combined
6.	Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time and mix until the dough comes together
7.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
8.	Fill a pastry bag with the dough and pipe small rounds onto the baking sheet
9.	Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden
10.	Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely

PROS

These biscuits are easy to make and have a unique flavor thanks to the addition of rose water.
They also make a great accompaniment to your afternoon tea or coffee.

CONS

The recipe calls for just a handful of ingredients, so make sure you have everything on hand before starting.
The biscuits can become overly sweet if too much sugar is added.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of protein, healthy fats and fiber. They may help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. However, this recipe does contain a fair amount of sugar which should be eaten in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

	4 ounces sweet almonds , blanched and peeled
	1 teaspoon almond extract
	1 cup sugar
	2 egg whites
	8 drops rose water
	ice water