Italian almond cookies (amaretti) - 3 ways

almond flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and lower in cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: flaxseed meal

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that mimics egg whites.

whole almonds

🥗Healthier: sliced almonds

💰Cheaper: chopped nuts

Sliced almonds provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

Preheat the oven.

In a bowl, combine almond flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Add room temperature egg whites to the mixture and mix until well combined.

If using, add bitter almond extract for flavor.

Scoop the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake until the cookies are set and lightly golden.

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