Panellets

First take the eggs and separate the whites from the yolks in separate bowls. Then, beat the whites with an electric beater until soft peaks form. Set aside.

In another large bowl, mix the ground almonds, sugar and lemon zest. Then add the whipped egg whites and mix with your hands until you have formed a consistent, firm dough.

With the prepared dough, make one-inch round balls. To assemble the cookies, make sure the egg yolks and pine nuts are close at hand. Dip each ball of dough into the egg yolks, completely coating the surface. Then carefully cover with pine nuts, lightly pressing down to make sure the nuts won’t fall off. Repeat the process for the rest of the dough.

Next, preheat the oven to 395°F and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the finished cookies over the sheet, with a little space left between each one to allow for expanding.

Bake for 10 minutes until the cookies begin to brown–make sure to monitor the cooking time carefully, as they burn easily. When ready, remove from the oven and place over a wire baking rack to cool.