Chocolate Amaretti Cookies
These Chocolate Amaretti Cookies are a delightful mix of chocolate and almonds, featuring a crisp exterior and fudgy center. Perfect for any occasion!
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 cups almond flour or very finely ground almonds, sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 large egg whites about 60 grams
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Confectioners sugar as needed for dusting
Instructions
Baking Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the almond flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Step 4: In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg whites and lemon juice until soft peaks form.
- Step 5: Gently fold the almond extract into the beaten egg whites.
- Step 6: Carefully fold the egg white mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Step 7: Using a cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 8: Dust each cookie with confectioners’ sugar.
- Step 9: Bake for 15-20 minutes, until set and slightly shiny.
- Step 10: Let cool briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Sifter
- Cookie Scoop
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder instead of Dutch-process cocoa.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder for an extra depth of flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.