Greek Almond Cookies Amygdalota

Amygdalota are traditional Greek almond cookies that are chewy, crunchy, and full of almond flavor.

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They are a popular treat during the holidays, weddings, and other special occasions, but can be enjoyed any time of year.

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In a food processor, combine the almond paste, sugar, and salt.

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Add the egg whites to the almond mixture, almond extract, vanilla extract, and orange blossom water.

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Process until you have a dense cookie dough.

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Transfer the dough to a pastry bag, and pipe the dough onto parchment paper lined baking sheets.

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Place a blanched almond on top of each cookie.

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Gently brush each cookie with egg whites.

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Allow the cookies to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

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Bake the cookies for 28-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

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Greek Almond Cookies Amygdalota

How To Make

Amygdalota are traditional Greek almond cookies that are chewy, crunchy, and full of almond flavor.

Amygdalota are traditional Greek almond cookies that are chewy, crunchy, and full of almond flavor.

They are a popular treat during the holidays, weddings, and other special occasions, but can be enjoyed any time of year.

They are a popular treat during the holidays, weddings, and other special occasions, but can be enjoyed any time of year.

In a food processor, combine the almond paste, sugar, and salt.

In a food processor, combine the almond paste, sugar, and salt.

1

Add the egg whites to the almond mixture, almond extract, vanilla extract, and orange blossom water.

Add the egg whites to the almond mixture, almond extract, vanilla extract, and orange blossom water.

2

Process until you have a dense cookie dough.

Process until you have a dense cookie dough.

3

Transfer the dough to a pastry bag, and pipe the dough onto parchment paper lined baking sheets.

Transfer the dough to a pastry bag, and pipe the dough onto parchment paper lined baking sheets.

4

Place a blanched almond on top of each cookie.

Place a blanched almond on top of each cookie.

5

Gently brush each cookie with egg whites.

Gently brush each cookie with egg whites.

6

Allow the cookies to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Allow the cookies to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

7

Bake the cookies for 28-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Bake the cookies for 28-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

8

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