Italian Biscotti

Italian Biscotti
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Twice-baked to perfection, these Italian Biscotti are delightfully crunchy and aromatic, making them the ideal companion for your morning coffee or evening tea. Infused with subtle notes of anise and vanilla, and studded with toasted almonds, they offer a taste of tradition with every bite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    32 g
  • Cholesterol
    61 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    150 mg
  • Sugar
    12 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the anise and vanilla extracts. (Time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder. (Time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the toasted chopped almonds. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. (Time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a log approximately 15 inches long. (Time: 8 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Place two logs onto each baking sheet, leaving enough space between them. Gently flatten each log to about 3 inches wide, creating a slight hump down the center. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the loaves are firm and lightly golden. (Time: 30 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Remove from the oven and let cool slightly for about 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). (Time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Using a serrated knife, carefully cut the loaves into diagonal slices about 1/2 inch wide. (Time: 8 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Arrange the biscotti slices cut-side up on the baking sheets. (Time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View 14 mins Return the biscotti to the oven and bake for 7-10 minutes on one side, then flip and bake for another 7-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. (Time: 14-20 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Let the biscotti cool completely on the baking sheets before serving or storing. (Cooling time: 30 minutes)

For a richer flavor, toast the almonds before adding them to the dough. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden.
Biscotti can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Experiment with different extracts and nuts to customize your biscotti. Try almond extract and pistachios, or orange extract and hazelnuts.
Make sure the biscotti are completely cool before storing to maintain their crispness.

Lelia Hills

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 222 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kendrick Haag

    My family loves these! I've started adding chocolate chips to the dough for an extra treat.

  • Emmanuel Maggiokling

    I've made these several times now, and they always come out great. The anise extract gives them such a lovely flavor.

  • Antonio Langosh

    These biscotti are fantastic! The perfect crunch and flavor.

  • Sammy Volkman

    Easy to follow recipe, and the biscotti are so much better than store-bought!

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