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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Roughly chop the pistachios, ensuring some pieces remain larger for texture. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy, without whipping to stiff peaks.
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In a separate bowl, mix the almond flour and granulated sugar. Add lemon zest and vanilla extract, then fold in the chopped pistachios to evenly distribute.
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Add the frothy egg white and honey to the dry mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
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Portion out 2–3 cm dough balls using a spoon or scoop. Arrange them on the prepared tray with space between each.
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Optionally, sprinkle chopped pistachios atop each dough ball. Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden at the edges. Cool briefly on the tray before transferring to a rack.
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Once completely cool, sift icing sugar generously over each cookie for an elegant finish.
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Present the cookies with tea or coffee, or enjoy as a delicate treat at any time.