Salted Caramel Amaretti
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Making these salted caramel amaretti has become my favorite way to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole process takes just under an hour, and honestly, most of that is baking time while you relax. Almonds are the star here, packed with healthy fats and protein that make these cookies feel a bit more wholesome than typical treats. The combination of buttery amaretti with that rich caramel sauce and a pinch of salt creates something truly special, and the best part? You probably have most of these ingredients already at home. It's simple, delicious, and absolutely worth making this weekend.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200 galmonds(toasted)
- 400 gsugar(white granulated)
- 150 gconfectioner's sugar
- 2eggs
- 6 gsalt
- 100 gunsalted butter(softened)
- 100 mlcaramel sauce
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 1 gbaking powder
- 1 mlamaretto
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
- 2
Grind the almonds in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
Tip: For a more intense flavor, use hazelnuts instead.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, confectioner's sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer for a more precise temperature.
- 4
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in the butter, until melted.
- 6
Add the caramel sauce and vanilla extract, stirring until combined.
Tip: For a stronger caramel flavor, use more sauce.
- 7
Add the ground almonds, baking powder, and amaretto, stirring until a dough forms.
Tip: If the dough is too sticky, add more confectioner's sugar.
- 8
Scoop the dough into small balls, about 1.5 cm in diameter.
Tip: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for a more precise shape.
- 9
Bake the amaretti for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Tip: For a more caramelized exterior, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 10
Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.
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