Description
Chocolate Dipped Almond Horn Cookies are a delightful fusion of crunchy almond goodness and rich chocolate decadence. Each cookie features a nutty almond exterior that gives way to a soft, chewy center, all enveloped in luscious dark chocolate. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights at home, these cookies elevate any occasion with their irresistible flavor and stunning presentation. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, you can impress family and friends with these gourmet treats that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 egg whites
- 4 oz dark chocolate (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and egg whites; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the almond flour, then gradually add it to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into crescent-like horns and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, then let cool.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Dip each cookie halfway in the chocolate and place back on parchment to set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg