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Amaretti Thumbprints

Amaretti Thumbprints: Irresistibly Chewy Almond Cookies

Amaretti Thumbprints are delightful gluten-free almond cookies filled with jam, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 200 grams Ground Almonds
  • 150 grams Sugar or brown sugar
  • 3 large Egg Whites at room temperature
  • 50 grams Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract can substitute vanilla or hazelnut extract
  • 30 grams All-Purpose Flour omit for gluten-free version
  • 100 grams Icing Sugar for rolling
For the Jam Filling
  • 200 grams Red Fruit Jam raspberry or red currant recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground almonds, granulated sugar, and egg whites. Add honey and almond extract, mixing until a cohesive dough forms, about 3-5 minutes. If using all-purpose flour, fold it in gently.
  2. Set your oven to 170°C (338°F) and allow it to preheat fully. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough, rolling them into uniform balls, coating each ball generously in icing sugar.
  4. Place the coated balls on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart. Press into the center of each ball to create an indentation for the jam.
  5. Slide the trays into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 12 minutes until lightly golden at the edges.
  6. Allow the cookies to cool slightly before filling each thumbprint with about ½ teaspoon of red fruit jam.
  7. Let the Amaretti Thumbprints cool completely before serving. Enjoy with coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better volume when whipped. Experiment with different extracts and jams to personalize your cookies.

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