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Easy Italian Almond Cookies (Amaretti) Recipe

Easy Italian Almond Cookies (Amaretti) Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Easy Italian Almond Cookies, known as Amaretti, are a delightful gluten-free treat perfect for any occasion. With a crisp exterior and chewy center, these simple cookies are bursting with almond flavor and sweetness. Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish or dip in dark chocolate for an extra indulgent twist.


Ingredients

Almond Cookies:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

Egg White Mixture:

  • 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract

Additional:

  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine almond flour and granulated sugar.
  3. Whip egg whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  4. Combine ingredients: Gently fold the beaten egg whites and almond extract into the dry mixture to form a sticky dough.
  5. Shape the cookies: Using a cookie scoop, form 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20-22 minutes until lightly cracked on top and golden on the bottom.
  7. Cool and serve: Cool the cookies on the baking sheet before serving.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, slightly underbake.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Try dipping the cookies in melted dark chocolate for a delicious variation.