Brunsli

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 185 degrees.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, mix the ground nuts with the cocoa and a half cup of the sugar.
3. 3
   In another bowl, preferably copper, beat the egg whites with kirsch until soft peaks form.
4. 4
   Gradually add the remaining sugar, beating constantly.
5. 5
   Continue beating until mixture is stiff.
6. 6
   Mix egg whites with nut mixture to form dough.
7. 7
   Refrigerate for one hour.
8. 8
   Place dough on a sugared board.
9. 9
   Roll to form cylinders, 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
10. 10
    Cut into slices 1/4 inch wide.
11. 11
    Sprinkle slices lightly with sugar.
12. 12
    Place on greased baking sheets.
13. 13
    Bake for 50 minutes.