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Amaretti Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Amaretti cookies! This recipe, adapted from "The Joy of Baking," offers a simple yet elegant approach to these classic Italian almond biscuits. Choose between the subtle sweetness of almond extract or the bold, sophisticated flavor of Amaretto liqueur for a truly personalized treat. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 547.8 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amaretti Cookies

  • 7 ounce tube almond paste, finely crumbled
  • 1 cup superfine sugar
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 1 tablespoon Amaretto liqueur (optional)

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How to Make Amaretti Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare a pastry bag fitted with a ½-inch plain tip.
  3. **Food Processor Method:** Combine almond paste and sugar in a food processor. Pulse until very fine.
  4. Add egg whites in three additions, pulsing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon of almond extract OR 1 tablespoon of Amaretto liqueur.
  6. Process until the dough is very smooth.
  7. **Stand Mixer Method:** Combine almond paste and sugar in a stand mixer. Mix on low speed until very fine.
  8. Add egg whites in three additions, mixing well after each addition.
  9. Stir in 1 teaspoon of almond extract OR 1 tablespoon of Amaretto liqueur.
  10. Continue mixing until the dough is very smooth (about 3-4 minutes).
  11. Transfer the almond mixture to the prepared pastry bag.
  12. Pipe 1 ½-inch mounds onto the parchment paper, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  13. Gently press the top of each cookie mound with a damp paper towel to smooth the surface.
  14. Lightly sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top of each cookie.
  15. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cookies are risen, a deep golden color, and have tiny cracks.
  16. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet on a wire rack.
  17. Once cool, gently peel the cookies from the parchment paper. If they stick, wipe the bottom of the parchment with a damp paper towel to loosen them.
  18. Enjoy your homemade Amaretti cookies! Makes approximately 3 ½ dozen.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

328g

Fat

9g

Carbs

30g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Occasion 5 Ingredients Or Less Hand Formed Cookies Desserts Easy Dinner Party Holiday Event Cookies And Brownies Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Healthy 2 Low In Something