How to Make Anise Walnut Biscotti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Biscotti, the delightful Italian cookies that are perfect for dunking in coffee or tea, are a beloved treat around the world. Their crunchy texture and rich flavor make them a popular choice for dessert or as a snack with a hot beverage. If you're a fan of biscotti, you'll love this recipe for Anise Walnut Biscotti. With its unique blend of flavors and satisfying crunch, it's sure to become a favorite in your cookie repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 2 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 eggs
  • 7 teaspoons baking powder
  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons anise extract
  • 3 teaspoons anise seed
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
  • 2 egg yolks, lightly beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 60
  • Yield: 5 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F ( 190 degrees C ).
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar Gradually add the vanilla and eggs while mixing. Sift together the flour and baking powder; stir into the egg mixture. For plain biscotti, do not add anything else (see Cook's Note). Stir in the anise extract and anise seed. Add walnuts if desired.
  • Wet or grease your hands and shape dough out into 4 logs as long as your baking sheet will allow. Pat each one to about 3/4 inch in height, and 3 inches wide. Brush with beaten egg yolks.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Slice logs at an angle, cutting pieces into 1/2 to 3/4-inch wide cookies. Place slices back onto the cookie sheet, standing upright, if possible; leave a gap between the slices. Return to the oven and bake until cookies are dry and lightly toasted, about 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    146 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 40mg
    • Sodium: 89mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 39mg