9 Incredible Christmas Cookie Recipes From Around the World

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Originating from Siena, these chewy almond cookies are naturally gluten-free and have a snowy, crinkled appearance. Made with almond flour and flavored with orange zest, they’re a delicate, sweet finish to any Christmas feast.

Ingredients (makes 18–20):

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 2 egg whites
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• Extra powdered sugar for coating

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Mix almond flour, sugar, and zest. Stir in lightly beaten egg whites and extract to form a sticky dough.
3. Shape into ovals, coat in powdered sugar, and place on lined baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20–22 minutes. Let cool completely.