They’re so easy to make, and they only get better over time.
The first time I had amaretti cookies was in the Piazza San Marco in Venice.
I stumbled upon a small cart selling a variety of ornate confections.
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In it were little pale cookies that looked ordinary but enticing nonetheless.
When opened the bag released a heady perfume that overtook me and those around me.
Its sweet almond aroma always takes me back to the Piazza and its surrounding cobbled streets and bridges.
What Are Amaretti?
Amaretti are little cookies that are light as a feather, yet have an intense sweet almond flavor.
They’re airy, delicate, and oh-so simple to make!
This amaretti cookie recipe takes no more than 4 minutes to put together and they bake quickly.
In a food processor pulse together the almond flour and sugar.
Add the vanilla and almond extract and pulse for a few seconds.
Add the eggs, one at a time, and continue to process until the dough is smooth.
Place teaspoons of the dough on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet and dust with sugar.
Bake at 300F for 24-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Simple Tip!
I usually under-bake mine since I like them chewy.
If that’s your preference, bake them for about 20-24 minutes.
Cool completely before serving.
Store in a cool, dry place.
