Biscotin de Prost

Ingredients

• 200g (1 1/2 cups) ground almonds 200g (1 1/2 cups) ground almonds
• 100g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour 100g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour
• 150g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar 150g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
• 3 large egg whites 3 large egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 9g, 0.7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 12g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.02g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds, flour, and granulated sugar.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Add the vanilla extract and continue whisking until soft peaks form.
4. 4.
   Gently fold the egg whites into the almond mixture until well combined.
5. 5.
   Using a spoon or a piping bag, drop small portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each biscuit.
6. 6.
   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown around the edges.
7. 7.
   Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool on a wire rack.
8. 8.
   Once cooled, dust the biscuits with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use ground almonds for this recipe, as they provide the desired texture and flavor. If you can't find ground almonds, you can grind whole almonds in a food processor until finely ground.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a sprinkle of almond flakes on top of each biscuit before baking.
• If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can substitute almond extract for the vanilla extract.
• Store the biscuits in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.

Serving advice

Serve Biscotin de Prost with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a delightful afternoon treat. They can also be enjoyed on their own as a sweet snack.

Presentation advice

Arrange the biscuits on a decorative plate and dust them with an additional sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation. You can also serve them in a small basket lined with a cloth napkin for a rustic touch.