Description
Indulge in the exquisite taste of soft Italian amaretti biscuits made with ground almonds. With a golden crust and a tender center, these delectable treats are ideal for pairing with a cup of coffee or a soothing tea. The moment you bite into one, the sweet almond flavor envelops your palate, offering a comforting experience that’s hard to resist. The secret to their perfect texture lies in letting the meringue mixture rest for 30 minutes before baking, ensuring a delightful contrast between a crispy exterior and a soft interior, leaving behind any memories of dry, hard amaretti. Simple to prepare with just a bowl and whisk, these amaretti can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, making them a convenient snack for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 200 g poudre d'amande
- 240 g sucre glace
- 2 blancs d'œufs
- 1/2 cuillère à café extrait d'amande
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together the almond flour and powdered sugar to eliminate lumps.
- Add the egg whites and whisk until the mixture becomes a smooth and slightly glossy paste.
- With damp hands, form small balls of dough using about 25 g of the mixture each, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure a space of at least 3 cm between each ball.
- Cover the biscuits with a clean kitchen towel and let them rest for 30 minutes. During this time, preheat your oven to 1636C (3256F).
- Bake the biscuits for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Allowing the mixture to rest is crucial for achieving the right texture, giving the biscuits their signature crispness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their softness. Do not refrigerate, as it will dry them out. You can substitute almond extract for vanilla extract, but the almond flavor will be less pronounced.