Difficulty: Intermediate
In a large mixing bowl, combine the slivered almonds, caster sugar, and flour. Add the egg whites and mix with a wooden spatula until smooth and homogeneous.
Spoon small mounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them well apart. Gently flatten each mound with a fork into a round shape.
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (thermostat 7) until golden.
Remove immediately with a palette knife and shape over a rolling pin or in tuile molds while warm for that signature curve.
Pro Tip: Elevate the flavor with juice from 2 fresh oranges—zest finely diced (brunoise), blanched, and stirred in with the juice for authentic citrus notes.
Joëlle's Insight: Mix the dough a day ahead; it develops superior texture and taste.
