Maltese Almond Cookies (Biskuttini tal-Lewz)

• 300 g ground almonds or almond meal
• 250 g white granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 egg whites
• 1–2 drops almond essence
• Vanilla essence
• Whole almonds for decoration
• Rice paper

Ingredients for 8 servings (640 g) · the original recipeShow how each ingredient was counted

Method

1. 1

   Combine ground almonds, sugar, lemon juice, and almond essence in a bowl.

2. 2

   Whip the egg whites until stiff, then add to the almond mixture. Mix well to make a dough.

3. 3

   Lay rice paper on flat baking dish.

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4. 4

   Place a tablespoon of the dough in your palm and roll it into a small ball. Place on rice paper, and flatten slightly.

5. 5

   Repeat the shaping process with the remaining dough.

6. 6

   Press an almond into the top of each cookie, and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes or until light golden brown.

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