Imagine a dessert that transports you straight to the sun-drenched orchards of Italy, where ripe peaches meet the delicate crunch of amaretti biscuits in a symphony of flavors. This Frutta al Forno con Amaretti is not just a recipe; it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary sensory experience. Prepare to wow your taste buds and impress your guests with this elegant, yet surprisingly easy-to-make Italian dessert that combines the natural sweetness of fresh peaches with the rich, almond-infused crumble of traditional amaretti cookies.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches
- 100g amaretti biscuits
- 50g butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- Cinnamon to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with a small amount of butter.
- Wash the ripe peaches thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Cut the peaches in half and carefully remove the pits.
- Crush the amaretti biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- In a small bowl, mix the crushed amaretti biscuits with softened butter, creating a crumbly mixture. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon to enhance the flavor.
- Place the peach halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Fill the center of each peach half with the amaretti and butter mixture, pressing gently to ensure it stays in place.
- Drizzle honey evenly over the stuffed peaches, ensuring each half gets a light coating.
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon over the peaches for extra warmth and aroma.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peaches are soft and the amaretti topping is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes. The dessert can be served warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla gelato or whipped cream.
Tips
- Choose ripe, firm peaches that are just slightly soft to the touch for the best texture and flavor.
- For an extra indulgent twist, use high-quality European-style butter for the amaretti crumble.
- If amaretti biscuits are hard to find, you can substitute with crushed almond cookies or add some almond extract to regular cookie crumbs.
- To prevent the peaches from sticking, use a ceramic or non-stick baking dish.
- For a more decadent presentation, serve immediately with a scoop of vanilla gelato or a dollop of mascarpone cream.
- The dessert can be prepared ahead of time and quickly baked just before serving, making it perfect for dinner parties.
- Experiment with different spices like nutmeg or cardamom to personalize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 303kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 28mg
