Kluten - Dutch Almond Cookies

Ingredients

• 200g (1 ¾ cups) ground almonds 200g (1 ¾ cups) ground almonds
• 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 2 large egg whites 2 large egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 0.6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 10g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 1g
• 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 mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the frothy egg whites to the almond-sugar mixture, stirring until well combined.
5. 5.
   Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Take small portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
7. 7.
   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
9. 9.
   Once cooled, dust the Kluten with powdered sugar.
10. 10.
    Serve and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground almonds — Make sure to use finely ground almonds for the best texture in the cookies.
• Egg whites — Ensure that the egg whites are at room temperature before whisking to achieve maximum volume.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or almond extract to the dough for an extra flavor boost.
• If you prefer a crunchier texture, bake the cookies for a few minutes longer.
• Store the Kluten in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.

Serving advice

Serve Kluten alongside a cup of hot tea or coffee for a delightful Dutch treat. They are perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet ending to a meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Kluten on a decorative platter and sprinkle some additional powdered sugar on top for an elegant presentation. You can also serve them in small paper cups for a charming touch.