Easiest Amaretti Cookies Ever

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Easiest Amaretti Cookies Ever for a Quick Dessert Fix

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 cup light cane sugar , finely ground
	1 large egg white
	1 cup almond flour
	1/3 teaspoon almond essence
	whole pecans ( optional ) or amarena cherry , for decorating ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

129

Sugar

11g

Fat

These Amaretti Cookies are a great quick dessert fix when you're in a rush. This cookie is very popular in Italy and is typically made using egg whites, sugar, and almond flour. They are often described as a macaroon and have a unique chewy texture. This recipe is the easiest Amaretti Cookie recipe ever and only requires five ingredients. They are gluten-free, nutty, and sweet, making them perfect for a snack or dessert.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, whisk the egg white.
2.	Add the finely ground light cane sugar and almond essence.
3.	Add the almond flour to the bowl and thoroughly mix all the ingredients together.
4.	Using a teaspoon, scoop the mixture and form them into balls on the lined baking tray.
5.	Decorate the cookies with the optional amarena cherry or pecans.
6.	Bake on the center rack for 20 minutes at 350°F until golden brown.
7.	Cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These Amaretti Cookies are easy and quick to make.
The recipe calls for only five ingredients, including almond flour, which gives the cookies a nutty flavor.
They are gluten-free and perfect for those who have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
Due to their small size, Amaretti Cookies are perfect as a snack.
They can also be packaged in a decorative container and given as a gift.
The optional amarena cherry or pecan decoration adds an extra touch of flavor and presentation to the cookies.

CONS

Although gluten-free, these cookies are still high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almond flour is gluten-free and a great alternative for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. It is also high in healthy fats, fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. These cookies contain almond flour which is a source of vitamin E, healthy fats, and dietary fiber.