Italy · Flour and Confectionery Products

Biscotti

50 min12 servings120 kcal

Biscotti is a traditional Italian cookie known for its crispy texture and long shelf life.

Biscotti

Ingredients

  • flour280 g
  • sugar200 g
  • baking powder1.5 tsp
  • salt0.25 tsp
  • large eggs3
  • vanilla extract1 tsp
  • almond extract1 tsp
  • whole almonds150 g

Method

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. 2In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  3. 3In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla and almond extracts. Add to dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Stir in almonds.
  4. 4Divide the dough into two portions and form two oblong logs on the baking tray.
  5. 5Bake for 25-30 minutes until the dough is light golden. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  6. 6Cut the logs diagonally into slices about 1 cm thick. Arrange slices cut-side down on the tray.
  7. 7Bake for a further 10-15 minutes on each side until golden. Cool completely before serving.