Chewy Amaretti Biscuits

Delicious soft texture. Gluten free and easy to make. Makes about 20.

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   Heat the oven to 150 degrees C (fan).
   
   Line two baking trays with baking paper or silicone mats. Whisk the egg whites to stiff peaks, in a stand mixer with the balloon whisk attachment, or with an electric hand whisk.
   
   Add the sugar, almonds and amaretto and fold together with a rubber spatula or spoon to form a stiff, sticky almond paste.
   
   Sift the icing sugar into a bowl.
   
   Dampen your hands, then take small pieces of the mixture and roll into balls approx 2-3 cm in size. Roll the balls in the icing sugar to coat fully, then place then on the lined baking trays, 2-3 cm apart. There is no need to flatten the balls.
   
   Bake for 18-20 minutes until a pale golden colour with cracked tops.
   
   Leave on the baking trays to cool completely.