Brutti boni

Discover the delight of Brutti Boni, Italian almond cookies with a crisp exterior and a chewy center. This easy recipe combines almonds, egg whites, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and a touch of flour for a truly irresistible treat.

  • 25 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 25 min
  • Prep time 105 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Brutti boni

Brutti Boni, which translates to 'Ugly but Good,' is a delicious Italian cookie known for its rustic appearance and delightful flavor. They are made with a handful of simple ingredients and are surprisingly easy to prepare. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, these cookies are sure to become a favorite treat.

Ingredients:

1 cup almonds
120g
4 egg whites
130g
1 tsp vanilla extract
4g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
1 cup sugar
200g
2 tbsp all-purpose white wheat flour
30g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
2. Prepare the Almonds:
- Place the almonds in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped. Be careful not to over-process them into almond flour; small pieces are ideal to give texture to the cookies.
3. Beat the Egg Whites:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until they become frothy.
4. Add Vanilla and Cinnamon:
- Add the vanilla extract and cinnamon to the frothy egg whites, and continue to beat until the mixture is well combined.
5. Gradually Add Sugar:
- Slowly add the sugar to the egg white mixture while continuously beating. Continue to beat until the egg whites form stiff peaks and have a glossy appearance.
6. Fold in Almonds and Flour:
- Gently fold in the finely chopped almonds and flour into the egg white mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites too much; the goal is to keep as much air in the mixture as possible.
7. Shape the Cookies:
- Using a teaspoon or a small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Space them about 1 inch apart to allow for spreading during baking.
8. Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges.
9. Cool:
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve:
- Once cooled, your Brutti Boni cookies are ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Tips:

- Ensure your almonds are finely chopped or coarsely ground for the best texture.

- Whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks; this helps to give the cookies their structure.

- Mix the flour into the sugar gradually to avoid clumping.

- Bake the cookies until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside, but keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.

- Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet to firm up properly.

Brutti Boni may not look like the fanciest cookies, but they pack a punch in the flavor department. With a crunchy exterior and chewy interior, these Italian delights are a perfect ending to any meal or a sweet snack throughout the day. Enjoy the simple joy of baking and sharing these cherished cookies.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size120 grams
Energy
Calories 420kcal21%
Protein
Protein 11g7%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 66g18%
Fiber 4.37g12%
Sugar 50g52%
Fat
Fat 16g18%
Saturated 1.15g4%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.11ug0%
Choline 16mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg7%
Vitamin B2 0.48mg37%
Vitamin B3 1.25mg8%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg3%
Vitamin B9 16ug4%
Vitamin B12 0.03ug1%
Vitamin C 0.03mg0%
Vitamin E 8mg51%
Vitamin K 0.26ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 90mg7%
Copper, Cu 0.34mg38%
Iron, Fe 1.32mg12%
Magnesium, Mg 90mg21%
Phosphorus, P 160mg13%
Potassium, K 290mg9%
Selenium, Se 9ug16%
Sodium, Na 54mg4%
Zinc, Zn 1.05mg10%
Water
Water 33g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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