Amaretti di Saronno
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Not to be confused with Amaretto Disaronno Originale, a brand name liqueur.
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).
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Type | Biscuit |
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Place of origin | Italy |
Region or state | Saronno (province of Varese), Lombardy |
Main ingredients | Apricot kernels, sugar, egg whites |
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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.