Embrace the essence of citrus with these Zesty Orange Marmalade Cookies, a delightful blend of ground almonds and zesty orange flavor, filled with the sweet tang of marmalade.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups blanched, finely ground almonds
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Juice of 1 medium-sized orange
- Zest of 1/2 an orange
- 2 egg whites
- 1 2/3 to 2 cups flour (adjust as needed)
- Orange Marmalade for filling
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions:
- Mix the ground almonds and sugar in a bowl.
- Stir in the orange zest to distribute it evenly through the almond mixture.
- Combine the egg whites with the orange juice and gradually incorporate them into the almond mixture.
- Add flour gradually, mixing until you achieve a slightly sticky dough consistency. Adjust the amount of flour based on the dough's texture.
- Form the dough into a long log, then divide and roll into approximately 20 equal-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar, then flatten them slightly. Create an indentation in the center of each cookie with your finger or the back of a spoon.
- Spoon a small amount of orange marmalade into each indentation.
- Arrange the cookies on a lined baking tray, ensuring they have space to spread.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about 15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the edges are just turning golden.
Let these Zesty Orange Marmalade Cookies cool and enjoy the combination of sweet and tangy flavors. These cookies are perfect as an afternoon pick-me-up or a delightful treat to share with friends and family. 🍊🍪