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Amaretti Wreaths

Indulge your sweet tooth and embark on a delightful culinary journey to Italy with a taste of Soft Amaretti Cookies. These tender, chewy almond-infused treats are a classic Italian confection that captures the essence of la dolce vita. Join us as we explore the history, flavors, and the joy of making these delectable cookies in your own kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 dozen

Ingredients
  

  • 2 egg whites
  • 135 g sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 145 g ground almond almond flour
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • green food colouring

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixer beat the egg whites, sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  • Add in the ground almond and flour and mix on low until combined.
  • Mix in small amounts of food colouring at a time, until the desired colour is reached.
  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  • Pipe wreath-shaped rounds about 1½ inches wide onto a lined baking sheet. Insert a dried cranberry at the top of each cookie.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes, until just slightly browned on the edges.
Keyword amaretti, cookies, italian cookies