Amigdalota - Almond Cookies

• eggs↗4
• sugar↗3 cups
• almond extract↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• ground almonds↗7 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.

2. 2

   In a bowl combine eggs, 2 cups of sugar and almond extract and mix for 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   Fold in the ground almonds. The mixture will be quite moist and sticky.

4. 4

   Shape into round balls (1 1/2” in diameter).

5. 5

   Place the remaining cup of sugar on a separate plate and roll the balls in the sugar.

6. 6

   Line the cookie sheet with parchment paper and place cookies on the baking tray.

7. 7

   Place one whole almond on top of cookie and press gently.

8. 8

   Bake for 12 minutes at 275 degrees F.

9. 9

   Allow to cool and place in an airtight container as the cookies should remain chewy and not dry and crunchy.