Chocolate Almond Crisps Recipe π«π°
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and taste of Chocolate Almond Crisps, a cherished Christmas treat in many households. Paired perfectly with Eggnog Shorties, these cookies offer a delectable contrast in flavor and texture. While they may not be the most visually stunning due to the mottled appearance from rolling in icing sugar and their uneven puffing, their rich taste more than makes up for it. Close your eyes and savor each crunchy bite of these mouthwatering treats. πβ¨
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: Approximately 40 cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 cups icing sugar
- 1 1/2 cups cocoa powder
- 4 cups almonds
- 2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup broken up chocolate
- 2 tsp almond extract
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 73.6
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.9g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 4.8g
- Protein: 2.1g
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 325Β°F (163Β°C).
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Line a couple of cookie trays with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Process the almonds with the icing sugar in a food processor until finely ground.
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Add the cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and broken up chocolate to the almond mixture in the food processor. Process again until the chocolate is finely ground and the ingredients are well combined.
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Incorporate the egg whites and almond extract into the mixture in the food processor. Process until a cohesive dough forms.
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Remove the dough from the food processor and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes to firm up slightly.
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Roll out the dough on a board sprinkled with icing sugar to prevent sticking.
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Cut out the cookies using your favorite cookie cutters and place them on the prepared trays, leaving some space between each cookie.
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Bake the cookies in the center of the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are almost firm and slightly puffed. Be careful not to overbake; they should not be browned.
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Cool the cookies on the trays for a few minutes, then carefully peel them from the parchment paper.
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Enjoy these delectable Chocolate Almond Crisps with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite holiday beverage! πͺβοΈ
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for several days, but they are best enjoyed fresh. Share them with friends and family or indulge in their rich flavors all by yourself. Happy baking! π π»π«
