SEPHARDIC MACAROONS: Italian Pignoli-Almond AND Syrian Pistachio-Orange Blossom Water

Cuisine & Diet:  Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Italian, Jewish, Kid-Friendly, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Mizrahi, North African, Passover, Sephardic, Sweets & Desserts, Syrian, Vegetarian

MENU:

  • Italian Flourless Almond Macaroons with Pignoli Nuts
  • Syrian Flourless Salted Pistachio Macaroons with Orange Blossom Water

 

GENERAL INGREDIENTS:

For Almond-Pignoli Macaroons:
Blanched, whole almonds
Pignoli nuts
Confectioners’ sugar
Almond extract
Vanilla extract
Egg whites

For Pistachio Macaroons:
Salted pistachios

Unsalted pistachios
Sugar
Egg whites
Orange blossom water
Confectioners’ sugar, for serving (optional)

EQUIPMENT:
Measuring cups and spoons

Food processor
Melon scoop or 1-tablespoon sized measuring spoon
Small plate
2 medium mixing bowls
2 large baking pans or cookie sheets lined with parchment paper

Jennifer Abadi | SEPHARDIC MACAROONS: Italian Pignoli-Almond AND Syrian Pistachio-Orange Blossom Water