Best Easy Fave dei Morti Recipe

Almond cookies shaped like fava beans are made for All Souls' Day remembrance. These traditional mediterranean sweets are a family memorial tradition each November.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 160 kcal
#mediterranean #vegetarian
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Blanched almond flour 1.5 cups
  • Powdered sugar 1 cup
  • All-purpose flour 0.5 cup
  • Egg 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Lemon zest 0.5 tsp
  • Cinnamon 0.25 tsp
  • Salt 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 21 g 52%
Protein 4 g 10%
Fat 7 g 39%
Serving size 38g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine blanched almond flour, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, lemon zest, cinnamon, and salt; mix well to ensure even distribution of flavors.

  3. 3

    Add eggs one at a time to the dry ingredients, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until a soft, smooth dough forms.

  4. 4

    Pinch off small portions of dough, about one tablespoon each, and roll into oval shapes resembling fava beans; arrange them spaced apart on the baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Bake at 350°F for 15–18 minutes, monitoring closely so cookies become lightly golden on the bottoms but remain soft inside. Allow to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What is the key ingredient in this Fave dei Morti recipe?
Blanched almond flour is the key ingredient in Fave dei Morti, giving these cookies their signature nutty flavor, tender texture, and rich aroma. It defines the cookie's taste while helping create a moist, chewy crumb that distinguishes this traditional treat.
Q. Why is oven temperature control important when baking these cookies?
Baking at 350°F and closely monitoring the cookies ensures that the exteriors set and the bottoms turn lightly golden without overcooking the centers. Precise heat prevents dryness and preserves the soft, moist interior that is essential for authentic Fave dei Morti.
Q. How can I prevent the cookies from becoming too dry or hard?
Shape the dough into small ovals of consistent size and avoid overbaking. Remove the cookies once the bottoms are just lightly golden to help them retain moisture and the signature chewy bite, preventing tough or dried-out results.
Q. What is the calorie and macronutrient breakdown per serving?
Each serving contains 160 kcal, with approximately 21g carbohydrates (52%), 4g protein (10%), and 7g fat (39%), making these cookies a balanced Mediterranean sweet treat.
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