Description
Learn how to make delicious gluten-free Italian Amaretti Cookies that are perfect for any occasion. These almond-based cookies have a delightful crisp exterior with a chewy center, making them a favorite treat for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
Almond Cookies:
- 1 ¾ cups (200g) almond flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
Meringue Mixture:
- 2 large egg whites
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix almond flour and sugar: In a large bowl, whisk the almond flour and granulated sugar together.
- Beat egg whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and salt until soft peaks form.
- Combine ingredients: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the almond flour mixture. Add almond and vanilla extracts. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Form and bake: Shape 1-inch balls from the dough and place them on the baking sheet. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger almond flavor, increase the almond extract slightly.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
