Skeleton bones (cookies)

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4largesEgg whites
cupSugar
1teaspoonGrated orange peel
½teaspoonBaking powder
cupSalted almonds
cupFlour
1 hour or up to 1 day.

Directions

With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat egg whites and sugar with orange peel and baking powder until blended. Gradually add nuts and flour, beating until mixture is thoroughly mixed.

Cover and chill until firm enough to handle, at least Lightly flour your hands and pinch off a 3-Tbsp-size piece of dough.

On a lightly floured board, use the palms of both hands to evenly roll an 8 inch-long rope. Cut rope in half; roll each half out again to 8 inches. Fold 1 inch of each end back onto rope; pinch ends to make