Amaretti with cherries in syrup

Name: Amaretti with cherries in syrup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: Almonds 2.3 cups; Black cherries in syrup ½ cup; Sugar ¾ cup; Egg whites ½ cup; Powdered sugar to taste

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110

Calories per serving

Energy Kcal 110
Carbohydrates g 8.9
of which sugars g 8.9
Protein g 2.7
Fats g 7
of which saturated fat g 0.58
Fiber g 2
Sodium mg 10

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Makes: 34

PRESENTATION

Amaretti cookies from Piemonte are a super tasty twist on those classic Italian dessert recipes. These almond-flavored gems are known for their crisp edges and tender centers, and this version? Well, it kicks things up a notch by topping them with amarene—sour cherries in thick cherry syrup. Really good stuff. The mix of tangy cherries and the sweet, nutty almond base gives these traditional Italian sweets a whole new vibe. Folks in northern Italy can't get enough, serving these amaretti with cherries alongside treats like cannoncini di sfoglia—filled with creamy custard—or fruit tarts. It's like a mini feast during afternoon tea or at the end of a meal, just because, you know? Special occasions or not.

And listen, what makes amaretti and cherry desserts so, so popular in Piemonte is their unique texture and flavor blend. The amaretti cookies start off crisp on the outside, but as they soak up the cherry syrup, they get moist, creating the perfect crunch-soft combo. Amarene sciroppate, those special jarred cherries, add a really sweet and tangy kick—super super hard to resist. At gatherings, people love to pile these cherry-topped amaretti on a plate with other traditional Italian sweets. It's just a beautiful, tasty finish to any meal. Which is great.

So here's the thing, whether you’re into Italian dessert recipes or just in the mood for something new, these amaretti with cherries are a must-try. Pretty simple. With their golden color and deep red cherries, they look too pretty to eat, but once you dive in, you'll totally get why they’re a favorite in Piemonte. From the nutty flavor of almonds to the syrupy cherries, it is one sweet that feels a little fancy and a lot of fun. Really, give it a go.

How to prepare Amaretti with cherries in syrup

To prepare the amaretti with cherries in syrup, pour the almonds into a mixer along with the sugar 1. Grind them until they become a powder 2. Transfer the obtained mixture into a bowl 3.

Add the egg white 4 and mix with a spatula 5 to combine the dough. Now take a small portion of dough about the size of a walnut and weighing approximately 1 oz. Form balls with your hands 6, you will get about 34.

Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper 7, then moisten your fingers with water and press in the center of each ball to create a hollow 8. Fill all the cookies with a cherry and its syrup 9.

Dust the surface with powdered sugar 10 and bake in a static oven at 320 °F for 40 minutes. Once cooked, take out the baking sheet 11, let it cool slightly, and then serve your amaretti with cherries in syrup 12.

Storage

You can store the amaretti for 2-3 days in a glass or tin jar, or in a freezer bag. We do not recommend freezing the raw dough; instead, you can freeze the already formed raw cookies, but without the filling, arranged on a tray with some space between them.