Amaretti Cookies (No Flour And Low-Fat) - cooking recipe

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)

Preparation

Set oven to 350 degrees F.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment or waxed paper, then generously grease the paper.
Process the almonds in 2 batches in a food processor until finely ground.
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!).
Drop from a teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet.
Bake for abouit 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.