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Amaretti Cookies Recipe

Amaretti Cookies

These classic Italian almond cookies are crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and lightly sweet. Perfect with coffee, as a dessert topping, or packaged as a thoughtful homemade gift.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 Cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2¼ cups 200g almond flour or finely ground almonds
  • 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 large egg whites
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • Confectioners' sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Whisk together almond flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  3. Beat egg whites with lemon juice until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into the egg whites using a spatula until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into small balls, then roll each ball in confectioners' sugar.
  6. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch apart. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure stiff peaks form when whipping egg whites for proper texture. For extra almond flavor, add a few drops of almond extract on top before baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Crumbled cookies can be used as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or desserts. Pair with espresso or cappuccino for a classic Italian experience.