Soft lemon amaretti cookies by Chiostro di Saronno is another delicious variation of a classic Italian almond cookie. Made with sweet almonds, apricot kernels, egg whites, sugar, and lemon essential oil, these gluten-free amaretti biscuits provide a unique dessert that’s crisp on the outside and soft on the inside while boasting balanced sweetness, lemon zest, and sour flavors.
Amaretti cookies are one of the most beloved Italian treats that were supposedly invented in the middle ages. Named after the Italian “amaro,” meaning bitter in reference to the bitter almonds or apricot kernels they contain, amaretti cookies vary from soft to crispy. Soft amaretti, a.k.a. Amaretti morbidi cookies are naturally gluten-free biscuits that mainly consist of almond flour, egg whites, and sugar. With their signature bitter almond flavor and airy texture, these chewy cookies and a wide variety of other Italian classics such as Cantuccini, Baci di Dama, ladyfingers, and more can be found in our wide selection of Italian cookies!
Chiostro di Saronno is an Italian family-owned brand established in 1927 in the beautiful city of Saronno, the birthplace of Amaretti biscuits. The brand specializes in producing some of the best Italian cookies and pastries made according to original recipes, using only the highest quality ingredients. With a wide assortment of regional cookies from Tuscany (Cantuccini), Lombardy (Amaretti), Liguria (Canestrelli), and Piedmont (Baci di Dama), Chiostro di Saronno provides its customers with all the classic flavors, most of which can be found in our online Italian food store along with many other authentic Italian products.
Chiostro di Saronno soft lemon amaretti biscuits are delicately tasty treats that will beautifully complement your evening cup of tea or coffee. Brought to you in a gorgeous yellow tin, these lemon-flavored amaretti make for a perfect gift as well as an after-meal snack.
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Ingredient: Sugar, Apricot Kernels (36%), Sweet Almonds (2%), White of Egg and Lemon Essential Oil (0.8%) Preservative: Potassium Sorbate. May contain traces of nuts
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Product Weight: 6.3 oz (180 g)
- Product of Italy
