Gluten-Free Amaranth Wafer Cookies Recipe

Gluten-Free Amaranth Wafer Cookies Recipe

altonbrown.com

Amaranth flour adds a nutritious boost to Alton Brown's gluten-free amaranth wafer cookies. Homemade candied orange peel adds sweet crunch.

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  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
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  • Measuring spoon
  • Spatula
  • Spoon
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 1 navel orange
  • 1 1/3 cups water, divided
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole amaranth
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons amaranth flour
  • 1 teaspoon dried orange peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at cool room temperature (60 to 65°F)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped Candied Orange Peel (above)

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