Beijinhos de Amêndo - Portuguese Almond Kisses

Recipe

Beijinhos de Amêndo - Portuguese Almond Kisses

Deliciously Sweet Portuguese Almond Kisses

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Portuguese cuisine with these Beijinhos de Amêndo, also known as Portuguese Almond Kisses. This traditional dessert is a true treat for almond lovers, featuring a soft and chewy texture with a rich almond flavor.

Jan Dec
Dessert› Beijinhos de amêndo
European cuisine› Mediterranean cuisine› Portuguese cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

12-15 minutes

Total time

35 minutes

Yields

Makes approximately 20 almond kisses

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Paleo, Low-sugar

Allergens

Almonds, Eggs

Not suitable for

Vegan, Nut-free, Keto, High-sugar, High-fat

Ingredients

Nutrition

  • Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
  • Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 0.6g
  • Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 8g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Salt: 0g

Preparation

  1. 1.
    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2.
    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar.
  3. 3.
    In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  4. 4.
    Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the almond and sugar mixture until well combined.
  5. 5.
    Take small portions of the dough and roll them into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  6. 6.
    Place the almond balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  7. 7.
    Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the almond kisses turn golden brown.
  8. 8.
    Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
  9. 9.
    Once cooled, dust the Beijinhos de Amêndo with powdered sugar.
  10. 10.
    Serve and enjoy these delightful Portuguese almond kisses!

Treat your ingredients with care...

  • Ground almonds — Make sure to use finely ground almonds for the best texture in the almond kisses. If you can't find ground almonds, you can grind whole almonds in a food processor until they reach a fine consistency.

Tips & Tricks

  • For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a few drops of almond extract to the dough.
  • If the dough feels too sticky to handle, you can lightly wet your hands with water or oil to prevent sticking.
  • Store the Beijinhos de Amêndo in an airtight container to keep them fresh for several days.

Serving advice

Serve these Beijinhos de Amêndo as a sweet treat after a meal or as part of a dessert platter. They pair well with a cup of coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

Arrange the almond kisses on a decorative serving platter and dust them with a generous amount of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation. You can also place them in small paper cups for individual servings.

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