Torciglione

Ingredients

Almonds

1 cup, finely chopped

Granulated sugar

1 cup

Egg whites

3 large

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Lemon zest

1 tablespoon

Salt

a pinch

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped almonds and granulated sugar, ensuring they are well mixed.
3. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This will give your torciglione its light and airy texture.
4. Gently fold the egg whites into the almond-sugar mixture, being careful not to deflate the egg whites. Add the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, folding until just combined.
5. Using a spatula, shape the mixture into a long, snake-like shape on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave enough space between each torciglione as they will expand slightly while baking.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the torciglione turns a beautiful golden brown and is firm to the touch.
7. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the torciglione cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set.