Almond Macaroons

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, almond extract, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This will help give your macaroons a light and airy texture.

4. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the almond mixture. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites – you want to keep as much air in the mixture as possible.

5. Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of the macaroon batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between each cookie as they will spread slightly while baking.

6. If desired, top each macaroon with a few sliced almonds for an extra crunch and visual appeal.

7. Bake the macaroons in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.

8. Once done, remove the macaroons from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Serve your almond macaroons with a cup of tea or coffee, or package them up in a pretty box to give as a thoughtful homemade gift.