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There are two types of amaretti I enjoy baking: the light, crisp amaretti below and softer, chewier amaretti biscuits that are denser but just as almond-forward. This recipe creates light, crunchy amaretti with a fluffy interior. It’s quick and straightforward — and if your household is anything like mine, they’ll vanish fast.
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Tips for the perfect amaretti cookie
If you love an almond hit, these amaretti are ideal. Use almond extract sparingly — too much can introduce a bitter edge. For extra crunch and sweetness, roll each portion first in 4 tbsp caster sugar, then in the icing sugar before baking.
Storing amaretti cookies
These cookies do disappear quickly, but they freeze well. Layer them in a Tupperware-style container separated with baking parchment and seal tightly. Defrost at room temperature on a wire rack for about an hour before serving. Stored in an airtight container, they will keep for a few days, but are best eaten within 2–3 days for optimal texture.
Amaretti Cookies
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Ingredients
- 2 Egg whites
- 260 g Ground almonds
- 160 g Caster sugar
- 1 tsp Almond extract
- 1 tbsp Disaronno or almond liqueur
- 4 tbsp Icing sugar
Instructions
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Line two baking trays with parchment and preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Using an electric mixer, whisk the egg whites until you reach stiff peaks.
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Gently fold in the ground almonds, caster sugar, almond extract and the almond liqueur until combined.
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Make sure the mixture is evenly combined with no streaks of egg white.
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Using two spoons, shape portions roughly between the size of a small plum and a large grape into quenelle-like balls.
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Lightly roll each portion in the icing sugar and place on the prepared trays.
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Leave plenty of space between each cookie as they can spread while baking.
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Bake for approximately 18 minutes. Some ovens may take up to 23 minutes — watch carefully so they don’t burn.
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Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. Best eaten within 2–3 days.
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Other almond recipes to enjoy
- Coconut and Almond Macaroons
- Cranberry and Almond Quick Loaf
- Pecan and Almond Baklava
- Lemon and Almond Sponge Cake
- Raspberry and Almond Scone Slices
- Peach and Almond Loaf Cake
More super quick cookie recipes to enjoy
- Orange and Lemon Sunshine Cookies
- Cherry Bakewell Cookies
- Marzipan Melting Moments
- Ginger and Lemon Oat Cookies
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