Amariette Cookies

SUBMITTED BY: Connie Alexander

"This is a cookie the Italian's make on festive occasions like weddings, or Christmas. For a festive touch, decorate the top of each cookie with a piece of candied cherry instead of the almond."

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Original recipe yield 4 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

7 egg whites
2 1/2 cups white sugar
2 pounds ground almonds
2 tablespoons almond extract
1 cup chopped almonds
1/3 cup granulated sugar for decoration

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Beat egg whites and sugar until fluffy. Add the ground almond and almond extract, mixing well. Shape dough into walnut sized balls, roll in sugar and put a piece of almond or candied cherry on top.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees F) until firm. Bottom should be light brown.

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Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2005 by MEGDOBSONINS

Was seeking Italian Cookie called "pizzacotti" and found this. It was a hit at the holiday... MORE

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Nutritional Information

Amariette Cookies

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 344