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Amaretti di Saronno

Amaretti di Saronno typical of Lombardy, according to ancient tradition were made through the use of seeds from apricot kernels and only later were replaced by a balanced balance of sweet and bitter almonds precisely to release that slight bitter taste, typical of amaretto. This...

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Amaretti di Saronno — Saronno, Italy.

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Amaretti di Saronno typical of Lombardy, according to ancient tradition were made through the use of seeds from apricot kernels and only later were replaced by a balanced balance of sweet and bitter almonds precisely to release that slight bitter taste, typical of amaretto. This sweet appeared around the first half of the nineteenth century with the definition "round and somewhat spongy confection, made of bitter almonds and chopped peach seeds, mixed with sugar and egg white and baked biscuit."

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From then on, massive production was started following the traditional recipe, and the only company that specialized in processing was Lazzaroni. Established in 1888, over the years it has received numerous awards for the quality of its macaroons exported all over the world, but also for the production of other cookies and dry pastries

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Amaretti di Saronno are a traditional Lombardy sweet that originated in the first half of the nineteenth century, made from a balanced blend of sweet and bitter almonds mixed with sugar and egg white. They're famous for their distinctive slight bitter taste and have been produced at scale since the 1880s, with Lazzaroni being the pioneering company that brought them to international recognition through numerous quality awards.
Originally, Amaretti di Saronno were made using seeds from apricot kernels according to ancient tradition, but this was later replaced with a balanced combination of sweet and bitter almonds to achieve the signature subtle bitter flavor. The traditional recipe also includes chopped peach seeds mixed with sugar and egg white, then baked as a biscuit.
Lazzaroni is the pioneering company that specialized in Amaretti di Saronno production, established in 1888 and becoming the only major producer following the traditional recipe. Over the years, Lazzaroni has received numerous awards for the quality of their macaroons and have successfully exported them worldwide, along with other cookies and dry pastries.
Authentic Amaretti di Saronno have a distinctive slight bitter taste that comes from the balanced blend of sweet and bitter almonds, which distinguishes them from other amaretto varieties. This flavor profile was specifically designed to replace the original apricot kernel-based recipe and has become the signature characteristic that makes them recognizable worldwide.
Yes, Amaretti di Saronno produced by Lazzaroni have been exported all over the world due to their quality and reputation since the late 1800s. You can find them internationally in specialty shops and food retailers, making them an accessible Lombardy delicacy even if you cannot visit the region in person.

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