Amaretti Cookies (No Flour and Low-Fat)

There is no flour in these cookies which makes them perfect for people with gluten allergies

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Yields: 40 cookies (approx)

Ingredients

• 1  lb  slivered almonds
• 2  cups powdered sugar
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  almond extract or 2  teaspoons vanilla
• 2  large  egg whites (from large or extra large eggs)

Directions

1. Set oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or waxed paper, then generously grease the paper.
3. Process the almonds in 2 batches in a food processor until finely ground.
4. In a bowl combine the almonds with powdered sugar, vanilla and almond extract until blended, then stir in the egg whites; mix to combine (the batter will be sticky!).
5. Drop from a teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet.
6. Bake for abouit 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.