Latin Lace Florentines
Delicate, crisp, and irresistibly rich, Latin Lace Florentines are a delightful fusion of refined elegance and bold Latin-inspired flavors. These lacy almond cookies feature a sweet and buttery base infused with aromatic orange zest and a hint of warm cinnamon, creating a perfect balance of citrus and spice. Baked until golden and finished with a luscious drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate, they deliver a satisfyingly crunchy texture and a melt-in-your-mouth finish. Perfect for holiday cookie platters or an indulgent afternoon treat, these beautifully textured cookies are surprisingly easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples—like honey, light corn syrup, and finely chopped almonds. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a dessert enthusiast, Latin Lace Florentines are a guaranteed showstopper!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup finely chopped almonds
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and honey, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest and ground cinnamon.
Sift the flour into the butter mixture and stir until well combined. Fold in the chopped almonds to create the dough.
Using a teaspoon, drop small dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 3 inches of space between each to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and lacy. Keep a careful eye as they can burn quickly.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth.
Once the cookies are completely cool, flip them over and drizzle or spread a thin layer of melted chocolate onto the flat side of each cookie using a spoon or an offset spatula.
Let the chocolate set at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm. Store in an airtight container and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.0 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.0 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 478 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
