Name: Amaretti Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2/3 c. granulated sugar (140 g.), plus more for rolling -; Zest of 1 lemon -; Zest of 1 orange -; 1 1/2 c. almond flour (165 g.) -; 2 large egg whites -; 1 tsp. almond extract -; 1 tsp. amaretto liqueur -; 1/4 tsp. orange blossom water (optional) -

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10 min.

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Ingredients for - Amaretti Cookies

1. 2/3 c. granulated sugar (140 g.), plus more for rolling -

2. Zest of 1 lemon -

3. Zest of 1 orange -

4. 1 1/2 c. almond flour (165 g.) -

5. 2 large egg whites -

6. 1 tsp. almond extract -

7. 1 tsp. amaretto liqueur -

8. 1/4 tsp. orange blossom water (optional) -

How to cook deliciously - Amaretti Cookies

1. Stage

In a medium bowl, rub together sugar and zests using your fingertips until sugar turns a pale orange shade. Whisk in almond flour until well combined.

2. Stage

In a large bowl using a hand mixer, beat egg whites until medium peaks form. Add in almond extract, amaretto, orange blossom water (if using), and almond flour mixture and fold to combine. Store dough in an airtight container for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.

3. Stage

When ready to bake, preheat oven to 325°. Line a baking sheet with parchment.

4. Stage

Portion dough into balls about 1 tablespoonful each. Roll in more granulated sugar before placing on prepared sheet 2" apart.

5. Stage

Bake until bottoms are lightly golden, about 23 to 25 minutes.