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Pignoli Cookies

Authentic Italian Pignoli Cookie Recipe made with pine nuts and almond paste. 

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Just a few ingredients!  almond paste, pine nuts, egg whites, salt, powdered & granulated sugars 

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Start by breaking up the almond paste and placing in food processor. Pulse until fine crumbs form. 

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Then, add in the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and salt. Pulse until well combined. 

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Add in two large egg whites. Continue to pulse until a dough forms. The mixture will be sticky. 

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Roll the dough into balls and press on pine nuts. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes. 

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Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before moving them. Dust with powdered sugar. 

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Don't miss this recipe for Authentic Italian Pignoli Cookies! Perfect Italian cookie for the holidays!