Sardinian Amaretti Cookies

Amaretti are a traditional dessert from the Sardinia region of Italy:

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 250 grams sweet almonds
• 50 grams bitter almonds
• 500 grams sugar
• 3 egg whites
• Some white flour

Preparation:

Immerse the almonds in boiling water, then drain and peel them. Put them on a slab and dry them in a tepid oven. Grind them with a mortar, a few at a time, reducing them to a powder. Beat the egg whites in a bowl and slowly add the almonds and suger, mix well obtaining a soft but not limp paste. Form little walnut-sized balls and place them on a cookie pan covered with wax paper dusted with flour. Press slightly on each one and place in a heated oven (120 to 150 degrees for about 25 minutes or until they have a golden color.

Learn more about:

The Food and Cuisine of Sardinia (Sardegna)