Liguria is famous for its lemons, which are often used in Italian cuisine. No wonder, as the region has the ideal climate for growing citrus fruits - as can be seen from the numerous lemon groves along the coast. It therefore makes sense to produce soft amaretti with the fresh taste of lemons. The basic ingredients are, of course, sugar, apricot kernels, almonds, egg whites and honey, complemented by a paste made from candied lemon peel. The lemon almond amaretti are delicious as a sweet snack between meals, they taste great with an espresso and, paired with a coffee or liqueur wine, they round off a good meal.

Soft amaretti have been produced in Sassello in Liguria since 1860. And the place where the little delicacies were made quickly established itself as a local meeting place - so much so that the square where it was located was referred to as "Piazza degli Amaretti Virginia" on contemporary postcards. Amaretti Virginia soon earned international fame in the form of numerous awards. This in turn attracted imitators, which is why the founder had the Virginia brand placed under the protection of the laws of the Kingdom of Italy as early as 1897. Anyone who tastes the delicious Amaretti Virginia today immediately understands their popularity, because the valuable experience of over 150 years, combined with modern confectioner's creativity and the use of selected ingredients, is both a quality claim and a promise for Amaretti Virginia. This also means that Amaretti Virginia's products and recipes have not had to adapt to technology, but that the machines have been specially designed for each product. In addition to the famous soft Amaretti, other confectionery specialties are now also produced.

Sales description:

Soft amaretti cookies with lemon

Ingredients:

46% apricot kernels (contains sulphites), sugar, 16% candied lemon paste (49% lemon peel, glucose syrup, fructose syrup, sugar, acidity regulator: citric acid, preservative: sulphur dioxide), egg white, 1% almonds, preservative: potassium sorbate

Allergen information:

May contain traces of walnuts, hazelnuts and pistachios.

Storage and preparation instructions:

Store in a cool, dry place.

Responsible food company:

Amaretti Virginia Srl Località Prapiccinin 6 17046 Sassello SV Italy