The Lemony Almond Macaroons can be classified as a combination of energy bites, a snack and a dessert. This easy to make recipe is packed with proteins, minerals and antioxidant from the almond, gluten free, and definitely a sugary and nutty dessert!
This macaroon recipe is the third recipe of desserts I made during Passover last year but I didn't have the opportunity to share them with you at that time. The other two recipes released recently are the Hazelnut Citrus Torte, and the Persian Almond Cardamom Pistachio Cake. In my next post, I will release the last one celebrating Passover. As I’ve said before, I'm not Jewish or from the Middle East, but I'm in love with their food, spices and traditions.
Enjoy this Lemony Almond Macaroons any time of the day. Just pop one, or two, or three of those in your mouth for a quick snack or for a yummy dessert.
If you are looking for more Jewish traditional dessert recipes for Hanukkah or Passover, check out these recipes.
- How to Make an Easy Rugelach with Jam Walnut Filling
- Walnut Macaroon Thumbprint Cookies with Fig Preserves
- Persian Almond Cardamom Pistachio Cake
- Hazelnut Citrus Torte
Have a sweet and nutty week!
Carlos
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Lemony Almond Macaroons | Passover Dessert Recipes
- Total Time: 27 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 30 Macaroons 1x
Description
Made with ground almond, lemon zest, and eggs, Lemony Almond Macaroons is a delicious dessert recipe shaped into small balls and covered in sugar with a whole almond inserted in the center. This easy recipe is gluten free & perfect for Passover. This definitely is a sugary and nutty dessert!
Adapted from the NYT-Cooking session.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole blanched almonds, plus about 30 almonds for decoration
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
Make Ahead:
- Using a food processor equipped with a metal blade, grind 2 cups almonds very finely. Add ¾ cup sugar, the egg and lemon zest, and pulse to make a cohesive dough.
- Transfer to a medium bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
After cooling for 12 hours:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick liner. Place remaining ¼ cup sugar in a small bowl.
- Pinching off pieces of dough about the size of a walnut, roll them first into balls, then into sugar. Gently press an almond, point first, into the top of each cookie, so that half of the almond can still be seen. Arrange cookies one inch apart on baking sheet.
- Bake until cookies have just a slight hint of color but still remain soft, 8 to 10 minutes. (Cookies must be soft when removed from oven to avoid excess hardening when they cool.) Cool completely, and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 2%, Calcium 3%, Iron 2%
- Prep Time: 15 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Middle East
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 84
- Sugar: 7.1 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 4.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.9 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 2.2 g
- Cholesterol: 6.2 mg
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Angela Allison
Love these cookies! So simple and so flavorful. Anything with almonds and lemon is good with me. Thanks for the awesome recipe.
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities
You are very welcome Angela. I'm glad we picked just the right lemon and almond treat to satisfy your taste.
Kelly Anthony
I love any kind of almond-flavored dessert and these lemony almond macaroons will make the perfect little bite when I'm craving a sweet treat.
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities
You are absolutely right Kelly. These lemon almond macaroons are the perfect little bite when craving a sweet treat. Enjoy!!
Cindy
My kids and I are always searching for new recipes to make. We love to spend time in the kitchen. We made your recipe and it was delicious. I love how easy it is to make, my kids did most of the work! What a delicious sweet treat!
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities
Great to hear Cindy! Any recipe where you can spend time with your kids (and they do most of the work) is a win-win. So glad these Lemon Almond Macaroons did the trick.
Anita
I can't believe how easy it is to make these almond macaroons at home. These little treats are great for sharing too.
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities
We agree Anita! Macaroons are the ideal treats to share. So glad to hear you like them, and found them easy to make.
Krissy Allori
These look so amazing. I just love lemon and almond together. I'm going to give these a try very soon.
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities
That's wonderful to hear Krissy. Do let us know when you try these Lemony Almond Macaroons, and tell us what you think.
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto
Love everything about this recipe and need to make it Asap! I also need to make your pistachio cake recipe too : ))
Geoffrey Swetz
Great Vicky! We are so glad that you like them. Let us know how it goes - send us a picture
traditionallymodernfood
Quick baking with less ingredients. my son is not a big fan of almonds but he will love if i give him a cookie. i m defiantly trying this. can i used almond flour instead of ground almonds
Carlos Leo
Yes, you can use ground almond or almond meal. I'm pretty sure your son will love this cookie!
Lisa Bryan | Downshiftology
Love how few ingredients are required for these (while I'm sure they tasting amazing!). The perfect little bite!
Geoffrey Swetz
Thanks Lisa. We love EASY recipes with lots of flavor.
Luci's Morsels
There are so many reasons I love this recipe; these cookies are adorable and tiny, they are low calorie, and there are only a few ingredients required. This is a good one and I am saving it for later. Thanks for sharing! Yummy! Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.
Geoffrey Swetz
Thanks Luci! We are so glad you love this recipe. Thanks for saving it for later. let us know how it goes when you try it out
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
Oh man!! These look delicious!! The flavors of lemon and almond are so good together
Geoffrey Swetz
Hi Elaine! Thanks for coming over and checking out the recipe.