Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Italian Orange Cookies, a quick and easy treat that brings together zesty oranges and rich almond flour. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a guilt-free indulgence for everyone. With just five simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch in only 20 minutes. The combination of fresh orange juice and zest creates a refreshing taste that elevates these cookies beyond the ordinary. Serve them at festive gatherings, enjoy them as an afternoon snack, or gift them to friends and family—the possibilities are endless.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 egg whites
- 200 g almond flour
- 50 g sugar
- 3 teaspoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons orange marmalade
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites and sugar until slightly foamy.
- Add the almond flour, orange zest, and orange juice; mix into a smooth dough.
- Form small balls from the dough using your hands or an ice cream scoop.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and press an indent in each.
- Fill each indent with orange marmalade.
- Chill the cookie balls in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (356°F) and bake for about 12 minutes until slightly crispy on top but soft inside.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg