Almendrados
Jorge Bastos
This traditional Portuguese sweet is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. In addition to being very easy to make, it is naturally gluten-free, making it an excellent option for people with intolerances.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine portuguese
- 250 grams whole almonds with skin
- 25-30 grams additional whole almonds with skin for garnish
- 2 egg whites
- 200 grams white sugar
Preheat the oven to 180ºC (with top and bottom heating, and ventilation).
Grind the 250 g of almonds with skin in a food processor until reduced to a powder.
Mix the egg whites and sugar until everything is well combined.
Gradually add the egg whites and sugar to the almond flour.
Make small/medium balls using 2 spoons and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Flatten each ball with the back of the spoon and place a whole almond on top.
Cook in the oven for 15 minutes at 180º.
Let it cool, and remove it from the baking paper.