Calories in amaretti cookies
A typical serving of amaretti cookies provides about 132 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 3 cookies (30 g)
Calories
132kcal
Protein
2.5g
Carbs
19.5g
Fat
5.4g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 440 kcal |
| Protein | 8.5 g |
| Carbs | 65 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugars | 58 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Traditional Italian cookies made from sweet and bitter almonds, sugar, and egg whites. They are crunchy outside and sometimes soft inside.
Nutritional benefits
- Provide healthy monounsaturated fats from almonds
- Naturally gluten-free (if following the traditional recipe)
- Lower in saturated fat than butter-based cookies
How to prepare it
- 1.Use bitter almond essence for the characteristic aroma
- 2.Beat egg whites to stiff peaks for a light, airy texture
- 3.Allow to cool completely to reach their maximum crispness
Lighter alternatives
Oatmeal cookies
Higher fiber and lower simple sugar content
Raw almonds
Nutritional benefits of nuts without processed sugars
Whole grain amaretti
Less common but provides better complex carbohydrates
Healthy tip
Enjoy them alongside an espresso to savor their intense flavor with just a small portion.
Frequently asked questions
Are they very sweet?
They have a balanced flavor between sweetness and the bitterness of the almond.
Do they contain gluten?
Originally no, but always check labels for potential cross-contamination.
How to store them?
In an airtight container, they last for weeks without losing their texture.
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