Pignoli Cookies Recipe

Name: Pignoli Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 cups almond flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 large egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Published: September 16, 2025 Prep Time: About 25 minutes Cook Time: About 15 minutes Total Time: About 40 minutes Serves: 24 cookies Difficulty: Medium Category: Dessert Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C)
In large bowl, mix almond flour and sugars
Beat in egg whites until smooth
Add almond extract and salt
Mix until dough forms
Shape into 1-inch balls
Roll in pine nuts
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden
Cool on wire rack
Dust with confectioners' sugar

Special Notes

These traditional Italian pignoli cookies are perfect for the holidays. The combination of almond flour and pine nuts creates authentic flavor. The key is to not overbake to keep the cookies tender. This recipe is perfect for special occasions and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different extracts or spices. The cookies should be completely cool before storing.