Italian Biscotti Recipe

Italian Biscotti, also known as cantuccini, are a classic Italian cookie that is loved for its crisp texture and flavorful taste. These long, twice-baked cookies have been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries, and they continue to be a popular treat around the world. Traditionally, biscotti are enjoyed with a cup of coffee or sweet wine, making them the perfect accompaniment to a relaxing afternoon break or after-dinner treat.

Making Italian biscotti at home is a delightful exper...

12 ounces butter
1 ¾ cups white sugar
6 eggs
1 teaspoon anise extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
8 ounces chopped almonds

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Servings: 30
Yield: 30 cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F ( 165 degrees C ).

In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together. Add eggs one at a time; beat until fluffy. Stir in the anise and vanilla extracts. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; Add them to the egg mixture along with the chopped almonds. Stir with a spoon and as the dough comes together, Knead by hand.

Divide the dough into 4 parts. Roll each piece into a log about 15 inches long. Place logs onto cookie sheets, 2 to a sheet, the long way. Flatten the logs out until they are about 3 inches wide with a slight hump going down the middle. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, loaves should be firm. Cut the loaves into diagonal slices 1/2 inch wide, place the slices onto the cookie sheets and return to the oven. Toast on one side, then turn them over to do the other side. This will take about 7 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

275 cal.

Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 61mg
Sodium: 150mg
Total Carbohydrate: 32g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 12g
Protein: 6g
Calcium: 48mg
Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 98mg

How to Make Italian Biscotti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

275 cal.

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