Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups ground almonds
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 drop almond extract
  • 1 None large egg white
  • 1/3 cup blanched almonds
  • None None powdered sugar, for dusting

Method

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line 2 baking trays with parchment paper.
  • Combine ground almonds and sugar in a medium bowl. Combine almond extract and egg white then stir into almond mixture.
  • Roll into balls (using around 2 tsp batter each). Arrange 1 inch apart on prepared trays. Place 1 almond on top of each macaroon and flatten slightly. Dust lightly with powdered sugar and bake for 10 mins, or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 mins then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.