nikolai's roof almond macaroons

Directions

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   Nikolai's Roof Almond Macaroons Source: Nikolai's Roof, Atlanta, Georgia Makes about 50 (1-inch) macaroons 8 ounces almond paste 1/3 cup gra

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   Line baking sheets with parchment paper

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   In a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix almond paste, both sugars, flour and egg whites until well-blended and smooth

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   Pipe one-inch rounds onto a paper-lined pan using a plain piping tip fitted in a pastry bag

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   With damp fingertips, press down any peaks

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   Bake until lightly golden, about 10 to 12 minutes

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   Allow to cool on pans before removing from paper

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   Per serving: 43 calories (percent of calories from fat, 26), 1 gram protein, 8 grams carbohydrates, no fiber, 1 gram fat, no cholesterol, 3