If you love simple yet flavorful desserts, this Soft Amaretti Cake will become your new passion in the kitchen! This recipe combines the softness of a tender dough with the crunch and distinctive aroma of amaretti cookies, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s the ideal cake for breakfast, as a snack, or as an after-dinner dessert, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or mascarpone cream.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 3.5 oz (100g) amaretti cookies (almond cookies)
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup (150g) sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
How to make Soft Amaretti Cake:
Prepare the batter:
- Beat the eggs with sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the oil (or melted butter) and milk, and continue stirring.
- Gradually incorporate the flour sifted with baking powder and salt.
- Add the crumbled amaretti cookies and gently mix with a spatula.
Baking:
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 35-40 minutes. Test with a toothpick to check if it’s done.
Decorate and serve:
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Storage Tips:
- At room temperature: Keep the cake under a glass dome for 2-3 days.
- In the refrigerator: Wrapped in cling film, it will stay soft for up to 5 days.
- In the freezer: You can slice it and wrap individual pieces to freeze, so it’s always ready to enjoy!
