Ingredients and Weight:
- 100g egg whites (from about 3 large eggs)
- 150g sugar
- 50g almond flour
- 1/2 tsp almond extract or vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl or mixer, combine egg whites and sugar and beat until soft peaks form.
- Add almond flour and almond extract or vanilla extract and continue mixing until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture into small cookie shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the provided ingredients)
Each cookie contains approximately: 60 calories, 8g carbs, 1g protein, and very little fat.
Please note that the nutritional content may vary based on actual measurements and variations in ingredients used.
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and light in texture with a crispy outer layer and a soft, marshmallow-like interior.
- Almond flavor is prominent with a hint of vanilla or almond extract for added depth of flavor.
- These cookies are often enjoyed as a dessert or as a tea-time snack in America.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so light and crispy! The almond flavor is just perfect." - John Doe, New York
- "Love the almond flavor in these cookies. The texture is just what I expected from meringue cookies." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
- "Great as a dessert or snack! This recipe is easy to follow and makes enough for everyone." - Emily Johnson, Los Angeles
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the egg whites are beaten until soft peaks form to achieve the best texture in the cookies.
- Use fresh almond flour for best results; if using almond meal, it may alter the texture slightly.
- These cookies are very light and may break easily when handling, so handle them gently after baking.
