Torta agli Amaretti

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Italian baking with Torta agli Amaretti, a delicate and aromatic cake that celebrates the bold flavor of amaretti cookies. This recipe combines the rich, nutty essence of ground amaretti with a velvety batter infused with almond and vanilla extracts, creating a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make treat is baked until golden and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Whether paired with an afternoon espresso or served as a dinner party finale, Torta agli Amaretti promises a slice of authentic Italian indulgence in every bite. Perfect for almond lovers and fans of traditional European desserts, this cake is sure to steal the spotlight at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Amaretti cookies
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Caster sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large Eggs
• 10 grams Baking powder
• 100 ml Milk
• 1 teaspoon Almond extract
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 optional Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 22cm (9-inch) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, grind the amaretti cookies into a fine crumb texture.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Mix in the almond extract and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 7

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 8

Gently fold in the ground amaretti cookies until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	831.9 grams (831.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2905

Total Fat 128.70g	165%
Saturated Fat 63.50g	318%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 786mg	262%
Sodium 1485mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 387.90g	141%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 266.50g
Protein 49.50g	99%

Vitamin D 168IU	842%
Calcium 350mg	27%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 808mg	17%

*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: 39.8%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 53.4%