Almond and pistachio treats are one of the classic preparations that delight our palates during the Christmas holiday season. This treat is especially appreciated by those who particularly like pistachio because the flavor is intense and bold, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are very simple to prepare; you will need pistachio flour, almonds or almond flour, powdered sugar, and egg whites, and with only 10 minutes of baking, you will have this fragrant treat. So, I immediately leave you to this very simple recipe!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups pistachio flour
- 1 1/4 cups blanched almonds or almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tsp honey
Tools
- Baking Tray
- Food Processor
- Parchment Paper
Steps
First, grind the almonds with a portion of the sugar. It will only take a few minutes to achieve a fairly fine flour. Then pour everything into a container and add the pistachio flour and the remaining sugar.
Mix everything together to even out the flours and add the honey, then slightly beat the egg whites and pour them in gradually.
Work the mixture by mixing and compacting it; the dough will be soft but not sticky. Once everything is combined, cover the container with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
After the resting time, take the mixture and form balls of about 0.7 oz each (if necessary, sprinkle a bit of powdered sugar on your hands to prevent the dough from sticking). Prepare a container with powdered sugar and roll the balls inside to cover them well.
Line the baking tray or a baking sheet with parchment paper, place the balls on it, and press gently with three fingers as if you wanted to give a pinch (check the photo).
Bake in a preheated fan oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
The almond and pistachio treats are ready!
Storage
You can store the almond and pistachio treats in an airtight container for over a week.
