Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour and 3/4 cup powdered low carb sweetener until no lumps remain.
- Add the egg whites, lemon zest, lemon juice, and yellow food coloring if using, then stir with a rubber spatula until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Let the dough rest for 2 to 3 minutes so the almond flour can absorb some moisture and become easier to roll.
- Place the 1/4 cup powdered sweetener for rolling into a shallow bowl.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into equal mounds, then roll each portion between your palms to form smooth balls.
- Roll each dough ball in the powdered sweetener to coat lightly, then place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently press each ball with the bottom of a flat glass or spatula to flatten to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake on the center rack for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the tops look set and matte.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on the pan before handling, then transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Use a powdered or confectioners style low carb sweetener so the dough comes together smoothly and the coating is not gritty.
- If the dough feels too soft to roll, let it sit for a few extra minutes; the almond flour will continue to absorb moisture.
- Do not overbake; the cookies should still feel slightly soft in the center when they come out of the oven and will firm up as they cool.
- Store fully cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- If the dough feels too soft to roll, let it sit for a few extra minutes; the almond flour will continue to absorb moisture.
- Do not overbake; the cookies should still feel slightly soft in the center when they come out of the oven and will firm up as they cool.
- Store fully cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
