Amaretti di Saronno

Amaretti di Saronno (Italian: [amaˈretti di saˈrɔnno]) are a type of amaretto, a bitter-sweet flavored macaroon, traditional to the Italian comune (municipality) of Saronno. It is one of many types of traditional amaretti, but the only one made with apricot kernels (the others are usually made with almonds).

Not to be confused with Amaretto Disaronno Originale, a brand name liqueur.
Amaretti di Saronno
TypeBiscuit
Place of originItaly
Region or stateSaronno
Main ingredientsApricot kernels, sugar, egg whites

The amaretti di Saronno are widely available commercially, most notably through the brand Lazzaroni. Amaretti di Saronno are unrelated to Amaretto liqueur, which is produced by two other companies based in Saronno: ILLVA and PLF.

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