Walnut and Almond Biscuits
Ingredients
- 250 grams ground almonds (or ground walnuts if preferred)
- 50 grams caster sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (optional, can be omitted if allergic)
- 8 grams baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 medium-sized eggs
- 1 tablespoon flour
- rum essence (optional, can be replaced with vanilla or almond essence)
- Powdered sugar (for rolling the dough balls)
- Whole walnuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients:
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- In a large bowl, combine 250g ground almonds, 50g caster sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 8g baking powder, and 1 tablespoon cocoa powder.
- Mix well to combine.
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- Add the wet ingredients:
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- Crack 2 eggs into a separate bowl, then add them to the dry mixture.
- Mix well using a spoon.
- Add 1 tablespoon flour and mix again until everything is incorporated.
- If using, add 1 tablespoon rum essence (or your preferred essence) and mix.
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- Form the dough balls:
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- Wet your palms with water and take a small piece of dough.
- Roll it into a ball, not too large or small, just the right size for a biscuit.
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- Coat in powdered sugar:
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- Place powdered sugar on a separate plate.
- Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar, coating it evenly.
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- Prepare for baking:
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- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Place the powdered sugar-coated dough balls on the tray.
- Press a whole walnut into the center of each ball and gently flatten them with your hand.
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- Bake the biscuits:
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- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake the biscuits for 15 minutes or until slightly golden on the edges.
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- Serve:
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- Let the biscuits cool and enjoy this delicious treat with your family!
Enjoy your homemade walnut and almond biscuits! Would you pair them with tea or coffee? -