World Flavors Cookbook

Swiss Amaretti

Light, crunchy almond macaroons popular in Ticino, with a distinct bitter almond flavor.

Cuisine: Switzerland

Ingredients

• Ground almonds
• Sugar
• Egg whites
• Bitter almond extract

Instructions

1. Whisk egg whites
2. Fold in sugar and almonds
3. Pipe small mounds
4. Bake until crisp and light brown