Almond Financier Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• Pinch of salt
• Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)

Steps:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy.

Step 4: Gradually add powdered sugar to the egg whites, continuing to beat until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thick.

Step 5: Gently fold the melted butter into the egg white mixture.

Step 6: Add almond extract to the batter and fold in the almond flour mixture until just combined.

Step 7: Spoon the batter into small round molds or onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8: If desired, garnish the tops of the cookies with sliced almonds.

Step 9: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these Almond Financier Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful and elegant treat.