Amaretti Cookies Recipe

Amaretti cookies stacked on a red plate with a red coffee cup in the background.

4.67 from 3 votes

Amaretti cookies are a traditional Italian cookie. Small, crunchy exterior, a soft chewy center, and a strong almond flavor. They are light, airy, gluten-free, and highly addictive!

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Course: Cookie, Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Amaretti, cookies, Gluten-Free

Servings:

Calories: 128kcal

Author: Leigh Harris

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups almond flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg whites
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1 Tbsp amaretto liqueur
1/2 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper.
in a medium bowl whisk together the almond flour and granulated sugar. Set aside.
2 1/2 cups almond flour, 1 cup granulated sugar
In a large bowl whisk the egg whites and cream of tartar until they form soft peaks. Gently whisk in the amaretto liqueur and almond extract just until combined.
2 large egg whites, 1/4 tsp cream of tartar, 1 Tbsp amaretto liqueur, 1/2 tsp almond extract
Add the dry ingredient mixture to the egg white mixture and using a spoon or spatula gently fold together until combined and a dough starts to form.
Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl. Using a small cookie scoop to form the dough into 1- inch balls. Roll the dough ball in the powdered sugar just to coat. Place on the baking sheet about 1 1/2 inches apart.
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Bake for about 25 minutes, rotating the pans until the bottoms are lightly golden and the tops start to crack. Cool on the pans for 4-5 minutes, then move to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Be sure to measure the almond flour with a spoon and swoop-level technique.

Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.

Storing - Store the completely cooled cookies in an air-tight container for up to 1 week.

Freezing - Allow them to cool completely, then freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. To thaw, allow them to sit out at room temperature until completely thawed.

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