Low Fat Amaretti Biscuits
Indulge in the delicate, nutty sweetness of these low-fat amaretti biscuits—a lighter twist on the classic Italian treat. Made with almond flour, whipped egg whites, and a hint of natural almond extract, these airy biscuits are gluten-free and delightfully chewy on the inside, with a crisp, golden exterior. A touch of lemon zest adds a refreshing brightness, making them the perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee or an elegant after-dinner dessert. Ready in just 35 minutes, these irresistible biscuits are a wholesome alternative for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without overindulging. Bake a batch today and enjoy them fresh or keep them on hand in an airtight container for guilt-free snacking all week long. Keywords: low-fat amaretti biscuits, gluten-free cookies, almond flour recipes, Italian biscuits, easy baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams almond flour
- 100 grams sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure there are no lumps.
In a separate clean, dry bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. This can be done using a hand mixer or a stand mixer on medium-high speed.
Gently fold the almond extract and lemon zest into the whipped egg whites.
Add the dry ingredients to the egg white mixture in two batches, folding carefully to maintain the airiness of the whisked whites. The resulting batter should be smooth and thick but still airy.
Spoon the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip (or use a ziplock bag with a corner cut off for a DIY option).
Pipe small mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, each approximately 2 centimeters apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown on the edges and set all over.
Let the biscuits cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the biscuits once cooled or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.4 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*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.
