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ALMOND AMARETTI COOKIES

Almond Amaretti Cookies are delicate, crisp, and chewy Italian treats made with almond flour, egg whites, and a touch of almond extract. These cookies have a rich almond flavor and are perfect for any occasion, especially during the holidays.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: 90 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Prepare the dough:
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, powdered sugar, salt, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
  2. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form (you can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this).
  3. Gently fold the egg whites into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. The dough will be thick but sticky.
Shape the cookies:
  1. Using your hands, roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  2. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar, coating it well. Place the sugared dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies:
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges and cracked on top. They should still be soft in the center.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve:
  1. Enjoy your almond amaretti cookies with a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite dessert wine.

Notes

  • These cookies are gluten-free, as they are made with almond flour instead of wheat flour.
  • You can add a bit of lemon zest or orange zest for a citrus twist.
  • To make the cookies even more festive, sprinkle them with additional powdered sugar after baking.
  • Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze them for longer storage.

Nutrition Information

Calories 90kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 6g (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 90

% Daily Value*

Calories 90kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 6g 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.