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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped into small pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces
- 3 egg whites
- 1 cup almonds, chopped into pieces and blanched
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Preparation
Step 1
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place the chocolate in a double boiler and heat until melted. Stir and set aside.
3
Place the almonds and half the sugar in a food processor and process until the almonds resemble almond meal.
4
Transfer the almond mixture to a large bowl and add the rest of the sugar, salt, egg whites, vanilla extract and chocolate. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
5
Use a teaspoon to scoop the mixture and roll into small balls with your hands.
6
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
7
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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