For best results, use high-quality almond flour. Avoid almond meal that is too coarse. Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking. If the dough is too sticky to handle, add a bit more almond flour, one tablespoon at a time. Store the cooled Amaretti cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
True Amaretti
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING45 People
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VIEWS21
Embark on a delightful journey to Italy with these exquisite almond cookies. Airy and intensely flavored, these Amaretti cookies will vanish in moments, leaving you craving more of their delicate, sweet-almond essence.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium7 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites until foamy. (2 minutes)
02
Step
7 mins
Gradually add the granulated sugar and almond extract, continuing to beat until very stiff, glossy peaks form. (5-7 minutes)
03
Step
3 mins
Switch to the paddle attachment and gently mix in the almond flour until just combined and a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing. (3 minutes)
04
Step
8 hrs
Cover the cookie dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up. (3 hours - overnight)
05
Step
15 mins
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking. (15 minutes)
06
Step
10 mins
Pour confectioners' sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll the chilled cookie dough into small, uniform balls (about 1 inch in diameter). (10 minutes)
07
Step
5 mins
Generously coat each cookie dough ball with confectioners' sugar, ensuring an even layer. (5 minutes)
08
Step
5 mins
Arrange the sugar-coated cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie to allow for spreading. (5 minutes)
09
Step
13 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges and firm to the touch. (10-15 minutes)
10
Step
0 mins
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
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Dina Stoltenberg
Jun 11, 2025The almond flavor is incredible. I used a bit of almond extract and they were perfect.
Lonie Gulgowskiortiz
May 27, 2025These were amazing! So easy to make and everyone loved them.
Major Wolf
May 21, 2025I accidentally overbaked them a little, but they were still delicious! Next time I'll watch them more closely.
Michel Dubuque
Apr 9, 2025Chilling the dough overnight made a huge difference. They held their shape beautifully.