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Recipe of Ossi di Morto

Recipe of Ossi di Morto
Ossi di Morto, or "Bones of the Dead," are traditional Italian almond cookies typically made for the celebration of All Saints' Day on November 1st. These bone-shaped cookies are sweet, crunchy, and full of almond flavor, making them a delightful treat for the occasion.
20 Servings
40 min Preparation

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (125g) almond flour
  • 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour, for dusting
  • Whole almonds for decoration (about 20)

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, powdered sugar, almond extract, cinnamon, and lemon zest.
  • Step 2
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  • Step 3
  • Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the almond mixture until you have a smooth, sticky dough.
  • Step 4
  • Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step 5
  • Dust your hands with all-purpose flour and take small portions of the dough, shaping them into bone-like ovals.
  • Step 6
  • Place the bone-shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  • Step 7
  • Press a whole almond into each cookie to resemble the bone's end.
  • Step 8
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown.
  • Step 9
  • Allow the Ossi di Morto to cool on a wire rack before enjoying these delightful Italian treats!

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