Torta agli Amaretti
Indulge in the sweet sophistication of **Torta agli Amaretti**, a classic Italian dessert that marries the delicate crunch of amaretti cookies with the richness of buttery cake. Perfectly balanced with almond and vanilla extracts, this lightly spiced treat features finely ground amaretti folded into a soft, tender batter, resulting in a flavor that’s nutty, aromatic, and irresistibly unique. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this crowd-pleasing cake is ideal for gatherings or a simple after-dinner indulgence. Dust it with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance, and serve alongside freshly brewed espresso for a truly authentic Italian experience. Whether you’re celebrating or simply craving something special, this **amaretti cake recipe** is a must-try delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Amaretti cookies
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Caster sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large Eggs
- 10 grams Baking powder
- 100 ml Milk
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 optional Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 22cm (9-inch) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a food processor, grind the amaretti cookies into a fine crumb texture.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
Mix in the almond extract and vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Gently fold in the ground amaretti cookies until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.7 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.5 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 786 mg | 262% | |
| Sodium | 1485 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 387.9 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 266.5 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 808 mg | 17% | |
*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.
