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Think Amaretti. What comes to mind? Crispy wafers wrapped in wax paper from Saronno?
Think again. In Piemonte, we wrap them in wax paper just like in Tuscany, but the cookie inside is completely different. You will find a soft pillow of almond and apricot flavored macaroon which has been prepared the same way for generations.
In Mombaruzzo, known as the Amaretti town of the Monferrato, there are almost more producers than residents. Once a year they gather for a festival celebrating the village’s prized product. The police parade, and people come from all over the region to taste what they already know to be a delectable treat. Amaretti di Mombaruzzo are also available with hazelnuts or chocolate bits added, but the classic recipe only contains four ingredients: eggs, sugar, finely ground almonds and apricot kernel extract.
Buon appetito da Mombaruzzo!
– Contributed by Diana Strinati Baur (see bio), Innkeeper, Potter, Writer. Her incredible B&B in Piemonte is at www.baurbb.com. Also, read her blog at www.creativestructures.blogspot.com.
I love them soft and chewy! Wish I could stop over and enjoy some!
my mouth is watering! Thanks!
So unfair!! Just kidding, well….maybe not….tempt us with such a delight but don’t tell us how to get any…short of airfare. I get Italian products, from the true Italians, Italy whenever I can find it and afford it. I believe in supporting my heritage and the well…you can’t go wrong with the best food there is. A little piece of heaven on earth. San Marzano tomaotes, wonderful and make a great gravy or for the others sauce. My Nonna called it gravy and I know I have read the blogs…great controversy on which to call it. A rose by any other name is still a rose. I’ve had amaretti but not this particular kind and would love to try them. Might have to do some research…thanks for the article. Love to find new things and learn stuff..Angelina
Yum!!
Yum! I had no idea they contained apricot!! I’m craving some now…
Oh my goodness, how can you not love a place that takes a day to celebrate a cookie!
Adding this to my list for next time Diana… maybe during the plin expedition! Delicious note…
Can I get this receipe please ? so that I can make these delicious cookies for the upcoming Holidays ?
Thank you
patrizia valenti
patvalenti@hotmail.com
Are they imported to the USA?? How can we taste before traveling??
Great article. How can we order some…are they available in the U.S.? I would love one right now!!
Where can I buy these in NJ or PA?
I would love to be able to order some of these cookies is there a way to order them?
Is there a recipe for these wonderful treats?