Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our curated collection of amaretti cookies recipes, meticulously crafted to cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary skills. Embark on a journey of taste and texture as we explore variations ranging from classic Italian amaretti to gluten-free, low-fat, and even vegan options. Each recipe is carefully designed to deliver the perfect balance of almond flavor, sweetness, and crunch, ensuring an unforgettable experience with every bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, our detailed instructions and helpful tips guide you through the process, ensuring success every time. Discover the joy of homemade amaretti cookies and impress your loved ones with these delectable treats, perfect for any occasion.
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AMARETTI (ITALIAN MACARON COOKIES)
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325° F. Line baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer or food processor, blend the almond paste, sugar, and salt until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until very frothy. (Don't beat long enough to form peaks.)
- Gradually add almond extract, bitter almond oil, and beaten egg whites to the almond paste mixture.
- Using a small scoop, form cookies and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle cookies lightly with confectioners' sugar and sliced almonds.
- Using three fingers, press indentations into the center of each cookie. (This keeps them from puffing up too much during baking.)
- Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, until the very edges are just turning golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
AMARETTI COOKIES (NO FLOUR AND LOW-FAT)
Make and share this Amaretti Cookies (No Flour and Low-Fat) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 40 cookies (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment or waxed paper, then generously grease the paper.
- Process the almonds in 2 batches in a food processor until finely ground.
- In a bowl combine the almonds with powdered sugar, vanilla and almond extract until blended, then stir in the egg whites; mix to combine (the batter will be sticky!).
- Drop from a teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet.
- Bake for abouit 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
AMARETTI COOKIE
These traditional Italian cookies are crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside and bursting with almond flavor. Enjoy the bite-sized cookies with a cup of coffee or a bowl of ice cream, day or night!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 32 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment or a silicone baking mat.
- Whisk the almond flour, granulated sugar and salt in a large bowl to combine. Beat the egg whites in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 1 minute 30 seconds. Add the almond extract and beat to combine. Fold the egg whites into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
- Put the confectioners' sugar in a small bowl. Using a 1-tablespoon scoop, portion the dough and roll into balls. Toss each ball in the confectioners' sugar, coating thoroughly. Arrange the balls 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake, rotating the baking sheets halfway through, until golden brown and the tops crack, 23 to 25 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
SOFT AMARETTI COOKIES
There are infinite variations of this classic Italian cookie. I'd like to share this simple, gluten free recipe for Soft Amaretti Cookies with all of you.
Provided by Maria Vannelli RD
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325° F. Position rack in the center.
- Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk almond flour and sugar together.
- Add grated lemon zest and whisk a few more times. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites to a soft peak stage.
- Whisk in the bitter almond extract.
- Gently incorporate the egg whites to the dry ingredients. Once the dough is completely moist, you are done.
- Use the smallest ice cream scooper to portion the dough (about 1 tablespoon).
- With slightly damp hands, press your palms into the plate of sugar.
- Roll each ball of dough with your sugar coated palms and then again in the sugar found on the plate.
- Place on the paper lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown in color.
- Cool before storing at room temperature in airtight containers. Will keep for 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 62 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, Sodium 4 mg, Sugar 5 g
TRUE AMARETTI
Italian recipe for almond cookies, destined to be your favorite recipe ever! They are sure to disappear off your table.
Provided by Oana
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 3h30m
Yield 45
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat egg whites with an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until foamy. Gradually add sugar and almond extract, continuing to beat until very stiff peaks form. Switch to the paddle attachment and mix in almond meal until dough comes together.
- Cover cookie dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 3 hours to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Pour confectioners' sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll cookie dough into small balls and coat with confectioners' sugar. Arrange on the baking sheets.
- Bake cookies in the preheated oven until lightly browned and firm, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 2.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
AMARETTI
This is the classic Italian almond macaroon. When first baked they are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. As they sit, they get crunchy throughout. Delicious with any fruit dessert.
Provided by Kevin Ryan
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, grind the almonds into a fine meal. Add the sugar and continue to process for another 15 seconds. Finally, add egg whites and almond extract, continue to process until a smooth dough forms around the blade.
- Using a teaspoon, place well rounded spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Cookies should be at least 1 1/2 inches apart. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes. Cookies should be golden. Allow cookies to cool completely on the paper before removing. Store in a dry place.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 16.8 mg, Sugar 26.1 g
Tips:
- Use almond flour: Almond flour is a key ingredient in these cookies, as it gives them their characteristic texture and flavor. Be sure to use finely ground almond flour for the best results.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until they are golden brown: The cookies are done baking when they are golden brown around the edges and slightly firm to the touch.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving: The cookies will be very fragile when they first come out of the oven. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Conclusion:
These amaretti cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual snack to a special dessert. With their light and airy texture and delicate almond flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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