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Pignoli Cookies

Classic Italian Pignoli cookies with a chewy texture, studded with pine nuts, and rich almond flavor. Perfect for holiday cookie trays or everyday cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Almond paste
  • 1/2 cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 1 cup Sugar granulated
  • 2 large Egg Whites
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
    8 oz Almond paste, 1 cup Sugar
  • Blend almond paste and sugar in a food processor. Add egg whites, salt, and vanilla.
    8 oz Almond paste, 1 cup Sugar, 2 large Egg Whites, 1/4 tsp Salt, 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch off dough balls, roll, and press into pine nuts. Place on baking sheet.
    1/2 cup Pine Nuts
  • Bake for 13-16 minutes until golden. Cool before serving.

Notes

For variations, try chocolate-dipped, orange zest, sea salt sprinkle, extra crunch with more pine nuts, or almond extract. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal
Keyword Almond Cookies, Gluten-Free, Holiday Baking, Italian Cookies, Pignoli Cookies
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