Gluten-Free Ladyfingers

Ingredients

• 3 eggs, separated into yolks and whites
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup gluten-free flour blend (Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour)
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (if your blend doesn't already contain it)
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375F. Line two baking sheets...: Preheat oven to 375F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, add ? cup of...: In a large bowl, add ? cup of sugar with the egg yolks. Whisk together until it reaches a light pale yellow color, about 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the vanilla. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites...: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until soft peaks form.

5. 5

   Then, gradually add in the remaining 1/3 cup...: Then, gradually add in the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar, whipping until stiff, glossy peaks form.

6. 6

   Gently fold the egg whites into the egg...: Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture.

7. 7

   Combine the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum (if...: Combine the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum (if using) and cornstarch together. Sift over the egg mixture and carefully fold the flour mixture into the eggs until combined.

8. 8

   Place a pastry bag fitted with a large...: Place a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip or the tip cut off in a large glass. Add the batter to the pastry bag.

9. 9

   Pipe the batter onto the prepared baking sheets,...: Pipe the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, about 3-inches in length and 1-inch wide, being sure to leave at least an inch of space between each ladyfinger.

10. 10

    Dust the tops with powdered sugar.

11. 11

    Bake at 375F for 7 minutes. Rotate the...: Bake at 375F for 7 minutes. Rotate the pans and bake an additional 6-7 minutes, until the ladyfingers are golden and crispy.

12. 12

    Remove the ladyfingers from the baking sheets immediately...: Remove the ladyfingers from the baking sheets immediately and transfer to a wire rack to cool.