Easy Sugar Dusted Amaretti Biscuits
Delightfully crisp on the outside and irresistibly chewy in the center, these Easy Sugar Dusted Amaretti Biscuits are a classic Italian treat made with simple ingredients and minimal effort. Featuring the rich nuttiness of ground almonds, a delicate hint of almond and vanilla extracts, and a dusting of powdered sugar, these gluten-free cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re perfect for a quick dessert, a thoughtful gift, or an elegant pairing with coffee or tea. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and stunning presentation, these amaretti biscuits are a timeless indulgence that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Ground almonds (almond flour)
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar. Mix well to evenly distribute the sugar.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until they are frothy and soft peaks begin to form. Be careful not to over-whisk.
Gently fold the frothy egg whites into the almond and sugar mixture. Add the almond extract and vanilla extract, folding just until the dough comes together into a sticky paste.
Using your hands or a teaspoon, scoop out small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into smooth balls.
Place each ball on the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
Dust the tops of the balls with powdered sugar using a small sieve or fine mesh strainer for an even coating.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly golden on the outside but still soft in the middle.
Remove from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool completely on the baking sheet before handling. They will firm up slightly as they cool.
Serve your Easy Sugar Dusted Amaretti Biscuits with a cup of coffee or tea, or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.3 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.2 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 159.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1568 mg | 33% | |
*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.
