Amaretti Cookie is a simple yet indulgent treat. This Italian cookie is perfect for almond lovers. Make it once, and you'll crave it forever. Keep reading to find out how to make them!
This cookie shines during the Christmas season. It pairs well with coffee or dessert wine. If you're a fan of almond-based desserts, try pairing it with our Almond Bars or Pistachio Cardamom Cookies.
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Ingredients
- Egg Whites
- Almond Flour
- Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Almond Extract
- Amaretto
- Lemon Zest
- Powdered Sugar
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions to make Amaretti Cookies
Prep Meringue
Whisk the egg whites. Add sugar when it's foamy.
Dry Mix
Combine almond flour and remaining sugar.
Merge
Add half the dry mix to the meringue. Fold carefully.
Flavor Add
Put in lemon zest, extracts, and Amaretto. Stir well.
Final Fold
Fold in the remaining dry mix. Dough will thicken.
Bake
Form balls, roll in powdered sugar. Bake and cool.
Hint: Don't rush the folding. Mixing too fast will deflate the meringue. Keep it light for chewy cookies.
Substitutions
For a non-alcoholic version, skip Amaretto. Use almond extract instead.
Variations
Swap lemon zest with orange zest for a citrus twist.
Equipment to make Amaretti Cookies
A good-quality whisk and baking sheet are key. If you have silicone mats, use them for even baking.
Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer, freeze the unbaked dough balls.
Top tip for Amaretti Cookies
Don't overbake. Cookies should remain chewy inside.
FAQ
No, almond flour is essential.
No, you can use almond extract.
Up to a week in an airtight container.
Yes, freeze the unbaked dough.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free.
Yes, for a citrus twist.
325°F.
This recipe yields about 20 cookies.
Yes, just double all the ingredients.
They'll be golden and firm to touch.
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How to Make Italian Amaretti Cookies at Home
Make irresistible Amaretti Cookies with this simple recipe. Almond flour and zesty lemon make it a perfect holiday treat. Gluten-free and ready in 35 minutes!
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies
Ingredients
5x Egg Whites
550g Almond Flour
200g + 50g Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 tsp Almond Extract
2 tsp Amaretto
2g Lemon Zest
70g Powdered Sugar
Instructions
Steps for Cookies
- Whisk egg whites till foamy.
- Add 50g sugar for soft peaks in meringue.
- Mix almond flour with 200g sugar.
- Add half of this dry mix to meringue.
- Fold it in carefully.
- Add zest, extracts, and amaretto.
- Add rest of dry mix and fold.
- Look for a thick paste. Then it's ready.
- Make 30g balls of dough.
- Roll in icing sugar, place on baking sheet.
- Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes.
- Cool down and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Food safety
- Use fresh eggs.
- Keep utensils clean.
- Don't eat raw dough.
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