ALMOND PASTES with COCOA and PISTACHIO, soft and easy cookies, delicious desserts perfect with tea or coffee, ready in minutes, without butter, oil, flour, and yolk, great for celiacs.
I needed a tasty dessert to bring to the table for a dinner with friends, something small but special, so the almond pastes with cocoa and pistachio were born. Soft, fragrant, and very delicious, they are perfect as a final dessert or even as a “sweet” appetizer to accompany a small glass of sweet wine or tea.
In just a few minutes you can prepare these very soft cookies, which are always liked by everyone: adults, children, chocolate lovers, and those who like slightly more particular flavors like pistachio.
Follow me in the kitchen today, there are almond pastes with cocoa and pistachio.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 9 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons, Christmas
Ingredients
- 7.05 oz almonds
- 0.70 oz unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4.23 oz powdered sugar
- 1 egg white
- pistachio paste
Steps
Grind the almonds with a mixer, then add the sugar and grind again.
Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the cocoa and stir, then add the egg white, without whisking or beating with a fork, mix everything.
You will get a moist mixture made of small pieces of almonds.
Take a little mixture with your hands, press on the palm and fill the center with a little pistachio paste and close well, roll.
Roll the cookies in powdered sugar and bake at 356°F for about 15 minutes or in the air fryer at 338°F for 7 minutes.
Bon appétit
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ALMOND PASTES with COCOA and PISTACHIO
Why love almond pastes with cocoa and pistachio
Easy and quick: few ingredients and ready in no time.
Versatile: dessert, tasty snack, accompaniment to coffee or tea.
Irresistible softness: every bite is a perfect balance between cocoa and pistachio.
Perfect to impress: small, elegant, ideal also for a buffet or a homemade gift.
Ideas and tasty variations
Add dark chocolate chips for an even more delicious version.
Replace some of the almonds with hazelnuts or walnuts for a crunchy note.
For a scenic touch, dust the pastes with powdered sugar or unsweetened cocoa before serving.
Mini version: perfect for a buffet or to accompany an afternoon tea with friends.
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FAQ ALMOND PASTES with COCOA and PISTACHIO
Can almond pastes with cocoa be prepared in advance?
Yes, almond pastes keep well for 3-4 days in an airtight container, maintaining softness and taste.
Can they be frozen?
Certainly, both raw and already cooked. Warm them slightly before serving to restore the softness.
Are they suitable for children?
Absolutely yes: soft, sweet but not cloying, ideal for snacks or special breakfasts.
What drinks pair best?
Perfect with tea, coffee, milk, or even a small glass of sweet wine.
Are they gluten-free?
Yes, absolutely! They are completely gluten-free, just be cautious with the natural cocoa and pistachio paste
