Almond Tortoni

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed vanilla wafer cookies
• 1/2 cup almond extract
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup ground almonds
• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together crushed vanilla wafers and almond extract until combined.
3. Add melted butter and mix until well combined.
4. Press mixture into an 8-inch cake pan and bake for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and cool completely.
6. In a medium bowl, mix together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and ground almonds until combined.
7. Spread mixture over cooled crust and top with toasted sliced almonds.
8. Place in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Almond Tortoni is a classic Italian-style dessert that was first created in the 19th century.
• It was originally served as a custard, but was later adapted into a frozen dessert in the mid-20th century.
• The name “Tortoni” is derived from the Italian word for “custard”.