Dulce de Leche Amaretti
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Dulce de Leche Amaretti is a sweet almond biscuit that combines ground almonds, dulce de leche, and crushed amaretti biscuits. Ready in just 45 minutes total, including 20 minutes preparation and 25 minutes baking, this treat suits anyone with a taste for indulgent flavours. The recipe makes tender, flavourful biscuits that bring together rich caramel notes with the delicate crunch of amaretti.
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Ingredients
- 250 gground almonds
- 150 gconfectioner's sugar
- 25 gbaking powder
- 10 gsalt
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 2large eggs
- 1½vanilla extract
- 250 gdulce de leche
- 20amaretti biscuits
- 25 gcocoa powder
- 25 gmilk powder
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a silicone mat for easier cleanup.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the ground almonds, confectioner's sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Aim for a fine, even mixture.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 4
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Tip: Let the dough rest to ensure the cookies retain their shape.
- 5
Roll the dough into balls, about 1.5 cm (0.6 in) in diameter. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2.5 cm (1 in) of space between each cookie.
Tip: Use a fork to create a decorative edge on each cookie.
- 6
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This step is crucial for maintaining the cookie's crispiness.
- 7
To assemble the dulce de leche amaretti, spread a small amount of dulce de leche onto one half of a cooled cookie, then top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
Tip: Optional: Drizzle with additional dulce de leche for extra indulgence.
- 8
Dust the cookies with cocoa powder and serve immediately.
Tip: Enjoy while the cookies are still crispy.
- 9
Optional: Mix the milk powder with a small amount of dulce de leche to create a glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cookies for an extra touch.
Tip: This step is optional, but adds an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
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