Twice-Baked Almond Cookies

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Twice-Baked Almond Cookies
45 min.
72
61kcal

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If you are in search of a delightful dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth while being vegetarian and dairy-free, look no further than these Twice-Baked Almond Cookies! Perfectly crunchy and bursting with the wholesome flavor of almonds, these cookies are not only easy to make but also promise to impress anyone who takes a bite.

With a rich blend of all-purpose flour, natural honey, and aromatic orange flower water, each cookie offers a unique taste experience. The combination of crunchy almond pieces with the soft, sweet dough creates a delightful texture that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you're enjoying them with a cup of tea or serving them at a gathering, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

Ready in just 45 minutes and yielding an incredible 72 servings, they are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your dessert cravings throughout the week. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time and stored for up to five days—ideal for busy individuals who still want to indulge in homemade treats. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake your way to deliciousness with these Twice-Baked Almond Cookies!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups flour 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoon orange-flower water 
  • pinch salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 12 ounces almonds whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 425°F. Butter and flour 13 x 9 x 2-inch metal baking pan. Sift flour and salt into medium bowl.
  2. Whisk sugar, eggs, honey and orange flower water in large bowl to blend well. Gradually add flour mixture, stirring just until blended. Stir in almonds. Spoon batter into prepared pan. Using back of spoon, spread batter evenly to smooth top.
  3. Bake until dough puffs and is pale golden, about 20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes. Turn pastry out onto rack; cool completely. Maintain oven temperature.
  4. Cut pastry crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
  5. Cut each strip diagonally into 3 pieces. Arrange cookies, cut side down, on 2 baking sheets.
  6. Bake until cookies are golden, about 14 minutes.
  7. Transfer cookies to racks; cool. (Can be prepared 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories61kcal
Protein10.8%
Fat36.99%
Carbs52.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.88
Glycemic Load
5.11
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2739130247222%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.28kcal
3.06%
Fat:2.61g
4.01%
Saturated Fat:0.25g
1.57%
Carbohydrates:8.29g
2.76%
Net Carbohydrates:7.58g
2.76%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:7.75mg
2.58%
Sodium:3.69mg
0.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.71g
3.43%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.23%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.94%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.04%
Magnesium:13.97mg
3.49%
Selenium:2.33µg
3.33%
Phosphorus:31.56mg
3.16%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.97%
Fiber:0.71g
2.84%
Copper:0.06mg
2.84%
Folate:11.01µg
2.75%
Iron:0.42mg
2.32%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.15%
Calcium:14.6mg
1.46%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.38%
Potassium:42.53mg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious