Florentine Cookies Recipe
These Florentine Cookies are delicate and lacy, with a caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the combination of almonds, candied orange peel, and dark chocolate. A classic Italian treat that’s great for special occasions or everyday indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
- 3/4 cup finely chopped candied orange peel
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Prepare the dough: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, sugar, honey, and cream. Stir in the flour, almonds, candied orange peel, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Bake the cookies: Drop teaspoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets. Flatten slightly and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Chocolate topping: Melt the chocolate in the microwave and spread a thin layer on each cookie.
- Cool and serve: Let the chocolate set before serving the cookies.
Notes
- Store in a single layer or with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
- You can substitute sliced almonds for chopped if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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