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There isn’t a Sicilian pastry shop in Sicily that doesn’t have it. It represents the special flavors there. Among which Badam pizzicotti is a popular name. which are soft and aromatic cookies. These are generally considered to be the main ingredient of Sicilian almond pastries. Making them at home is easy. Here is a recipe where I have reduced the sugar so that the almond flavor is more prominent.
CONTENT OF RECIPE
| Ingredients/ingredienti | 2 1/2 Cups Almond Flour (Or Crushed Almonds) 2 Egg Whites 1/4 Tsp Almond Extract 3/4 Cup Powdered Sugar Powdered Sugar To Taste For Decoration The Juice Of 1 Lemon |
| Cooking Time/ Tempo di Cottura | 12 Minutes |
| Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di Cottura | 350o F~175o C |
| Utensils/Utensili | Spoon Bowl Baking Sheet Spatula |
| Cooking Method/Metodo di Cottura | Oven |
METHOD
Step 1: Put egg white in a bowl and beat it. Step 2: Add almond extract and lemon peel to it and beat it further. Step 3: When it becomes foamy, add powdered sugar. Step 4: Mix with a spoon for a while and then add the almond flour. Step 5: Knead first with a spoon and then with your hands, until soft. Step 6: Once the soft dough is formed, refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes. Step 7: Knead the almond paste a lot, it is not necessary. Step 8: After 30 minutes, form the dough into small balls of uniform size, dip them in powdered sugar and place them on a baking sheet. Step 9: Shape by pinching with two fingers. Step 10: Then keep them in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Step 11: It is best to leave the dough in the fridge for longer. Step 12: Next, bake your pizzicotti in a preheated oven at 350 F for about 12 minutes. Step 13: At this stage, your Almond pizzicotti is ready.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do you eat almond paste?
Almond paste is made from almonds, sugar and egg white. It is used in pastries, cakes, candies and various desserts.
What are Sicilian almonds?
Sicilian almonds are a type of almond that is sweet. Which is great for biscuits and cakes.
What is the history of Sicilian almonds?
Almond cultivation in Sicily is very ancient. It dates back to the time of the Greeks and Romans. who cultivated it for its virtues and numerous health benefits.
Which type of almond is best?
Mamra Badams are higher in good fats than regular varieties of almonds.
What are the benefits of almonds?
There are many benefits of almonds. These include reducing blood sugar levels, lowering blood pressure and lowering cholesterol levels.
