mums chewy amaretti
There is nothing worse than an amaretto doused in almond flavouring. That kind is often rock solid too. Understandably, it’s not a biscotto made for the mass market- with the expense of almond meal you can understand their shortcomings.
Most biscuits are best enjoyed when made at home. Amaretti are no exception.
This recipe is classic - with no bells or whistles i.e fruitless and nut-less. It is a family recipe- my mamma’s so thanking her for this gift to us all! They are incredibly easy to make which makes for a happy family and neighbours - if you are in the sharing spirit.
This recipe makes 30 × 30-35g amaretti
500g almond meal
1 & ¾ cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 large egg whites
30 glacé cherries
2 cups icing sugar placed in a flat round dish
Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius and line two- three baking trays with baking papers ( pending your width oven).
In a large stainless steel bowl combine almond meal, sugar and baking powder.
In another bowl of stand-free mixer with whisk attached or a bowl with hand held whisks- add whites and whisk until foamy like below.
Make a well in the dry ingredients and add egg whites to centre.
Incorporate into dry ingredients slowly until formed into a dough. Do not overmix.
Roll into 30-35g balls (use a scale here). Roll in icing sugar and then press down with glacé cherry.
Bake for 15-20 (sweet spot was 18 minutes in my oven) or until very lightly golden. They should still be soft to touch but will harden as they cool.
Happy baking! X
Delicious x