Italian Amaretti Cookies

Delight your taste buds with the timeless charm of Italian Amaretti Cookies, a classic treat that embodies the essence of traditional Italian baking. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—ground almonds, egg whites, and fragrant almond and vanilla extracts—these cookies deliver a perfect balance of crisp exteriors and tender, chewy centers. Coated generously in powdered sugar, they bake to a beautifully crackled finish that’s as inviting as their delicate almond aroma. Ready in under 40 minutes, this gluten-free recipe is not only quick and easy but also perfect for pairing with coffee or tea, making it an ideal dessert or gifting option. Capture the authentic flavors of Italy with these irresistibly sweet, nutty delights!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 200 grams Ground almonds (almond flour)
• 180 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 50 grams Powdered sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until they become frothy but not stiff. This will help provide some structure to the cookies.

Step 4

Fold the egg whites into the almond and sugar mixture, then add the almond extract and vanilla extract. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball.

Step 6

Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat generously, then place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) of space between each cookie.

Step 7

Gently press each cookie ball with your fingers or a spatula to slightly flatten it.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly cracked and the edges are set.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to an airtight container.

Step 10

Serve with coffee, tea, or as a delightful dessert, and enjoy your homemade amaretti cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	504.4 grams (504.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2139

Total Fat 108.30g	139%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 113mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 275.60g	100%
Dietary Fiber 21.40g	76%
Total Sugars 239.90g
Protein 47.50g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 501mg	39%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1573mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 48.6%