Moscardini De Pesach

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Servings: 30 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Traditional Italian almond and matzo meal cookies perfect for Passover
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Moscardini De Pesach

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 30 Calories: 370.8

Description

These Moscardini De Pesach are a delightful Italian-Jewish tradition, offering a rich, nutty flavor profile ideal for the Passover holiday. Made with coarsely ground roasted almonds, unsweetened cocoa, and a hint of orange zest, these cookies provide a sophisticated balance of sweetness and earthiness. The matzo meal ensures they remain kosher for Passover while adding a tender, slightly crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. They are simple to prepare yet elegant enough for special gatherings. Enjoy them warm from the oven or store them for a lasting treat that brings a taste of heritage to your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the coarsely ground roasted almonds, sugar, salt, unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup of matzo meal, grated orange rind, and almond extract.
  3. Add the lightly beaten whole egg and egg yolk to the dry ingredients. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Lightly oil a baking sheet and dust it with additional matzo meal.
  5. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Shape each cookie into a small oval and flatten slightly with the back of a fork.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but still soft in the center.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 30

Amount Per Serving
Calories 370.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.4g36%
Saturated Fat 6.5g33%
Cholesterol 144.0mg48%
Sodium 118.8mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 37.8g76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

Substitutions: For a vegan version, replace the egg and yolk with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water) or commercial egg replacer.

Tip: Ensure the almonds are coarsely ground, not powdered, to maintain the characteristic texture of Moscardini.

Variation: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for a spiced flavor profile.

Keywords: almond, baking, cookies, cocoa, dessert, italian, matzo meal, moscardini, orange zest, passover, pesach, roasted almonds, sweet, traditional, vegan
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