Italian Almond Cookies

"These Italian Almond Cookies are insanely easy to make. Just look at the list of ingredients. It’s basically almond flour, egg whites and powdered sugar. There’s a tiny bit of baking powder and some extracts for flavor. But that’s it. (And since almond flour is the base, these Italian Almond Cookies are gluten-free, too.) These cookies, called Ricciarelli in Italian, are typically served during the holidays alongside a glass of dessert wine. This version varies slightly from the more traditional Italian version as it uses almond flour and egg whites instead of almond paste. However, the chewy, light texture is spot on and these cookies would indeed be delicious with a glass of Vin Santo during the holidays. These Italian Almond Cookies also use the zest of an orange, and I might actually put the zest of two oranges into these cookies the next time I bake a batch. The citrus and almond flavors here combine to produce a light dessert that’s perfect when you want a sweet treat that isn’t too heavy."