Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 oz (225 g) bitter almonds
- 4 oz (115 g) sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) Amaretto liqueur (or brandy)
Preparation Time:
45 minutes (preparation) + baking time (around 20-30 minutes)
Cooking Time:
Total time: 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grind the bitter almonds into a fine paste.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar and egg whites, and whisk until frothy.
- Add the almond paste, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt, and mix well.
- Fold in the Amaretto liqueur or brandy.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten slightly and bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the dish is made for 8 people)
Calories: [Insert calculated calories]
Fat: [Insert fat content]
Carbohydrates: [Insert carbohydrate content]
Protein: [Insert protein content]
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- This dish is a traditional Italian cookie with a sweet and bitter almond flavor.
- The Amaretto liqueur gives it a unique and distinctive flavor.
- The cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of bitter almonds and Amaretto is perfect."
- "I love the crispy texture and the rich flavor of these cookies."
- "These are great for an after-dinner treat or as a snack."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use bitter almonds, which are different from regular sweet almonds and provide a more intense flavor.
- If you cannot find Amaretto liqueur, you can substitute with brandy or another similar liquor. However, the flavor may differ slightly.
