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Citrus Almond Cookies (Gluten-free) Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
4 c. Unblanched almonds, toasted
1 c. sugar
8 oz. milk chocolate chips, melted
1/2 t. ground cinnamon
2 large eggs, room temperature
4 t. grated orange zest

1 T. Orange juice
2 t. grated lemon zest
2 t. vanilla extract
1 t. lemon extract

Frosting:

1 c. confectioners sugar
1/2 t. lemon extract
1/2 t. vanilla extract
2-4 T. water
Directions:
Directions:
Place almonds in a food processor, cover and process until finely chopped. In a large bowl, combine the almonds, sugar, chocolate and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a small bowl, beat the eggs, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest and extracts until combined. Gradually add to almond mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle.
Preheat oven to 325º. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on parchment lined baking sheets. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, extracts and enough water to achieve spreading consistency. Spread over cooled cookies. Store in airtight containers.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6 dozen cookies
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
15 minutes plus chilling. Bake 15 minutes/batch

 

 

 

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