Honey Orange Biscuits (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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60 g of egg whites.
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25 g of liquid honey.
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200 g of almond flour.
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1 pinch of salt.
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60 g of sliced almonds.
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110 g of white sugar.
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1/8 teaspoon of bitter almond extract.
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2 teaspoons of organic lemon zest.
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1/2 teaspoon of orange blossom water.
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Powdered sugar for coating.
# Instructions:
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Sift almond flour into a large bowl. Toss in the salt, sugar, and lemon zest. Mix everything together and set aside.
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Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Heat up the honey for 30 seconds to make it warm, then pour it in while continuing to beat for another minute.
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Using a stand mixer, combine the dry ingredients with bitter almond extract and orange blossom water until it forms a smooth dough. Let it chill in the fridge for an hour.
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Divide the dough into 4 portions, each weighing 90g. Roll into 30cm logs, press them into the sliced almonds, and leave in the fridge overnight.
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Slice each log into 5 pieces. Roll them in powdered sugar and arrange them on a baking sheet.
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Bake at 170°C for 13-15 minutes until golden but still soft inside.
# Notes:
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Ottolenghi's version adds an elegant twist to classic amaretti by including honey and orange blossom water.
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Chilling the dough is key. It helps develop flavors and achieve the ideal texture.