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Italian Biscotti Recipe
Cantucci or Biscotti di Prato are crunchy almond cookies from Tuscany. Biscotti literally means twice (bis) cooked (cotti), the word "biscotti" is a generic term for cookies in Italian.Crunchy and sweet biscotti are a lovely treat to dunk into a warm drink. They are easy to make and keep well when stored in an airtight container. This is a basic biscotti dough that is ideal for adding any mix-ins you desire.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 119 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 eggs room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup butter room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- optional add ins about 1/2 for each add in. If doing 2 flavors 1/4 cup of each : cranberries, pistachios, raisins, sliced almonds, chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks, 1 teaspoon for the: lemon zest or orange zest)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C). Position rack in the center. Line a large 9X13 inch baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, or bowl of electric mixer fitted with whisk attachment beat the eggs on medium speed until light and frothy (about 2-3 minutes). Add the sugar gradually and whisk for another minute or so.
- Add the butter and extracts. Whisk for another minute. Incorporate the flour mixture. If adding mix-ins add them and combine. Mix until combined.
- Divide dough in half. Flour hands and form dough into two slightly flattened logs on prepared baking sheets, each approximately 12 inches long and 2 inches wide.
- For the first bake, bake for 30-35 minutes or until slightly firm to the touch. Cool on a baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- After the first bake, transfer to a cutting board and cut diagonally into ¾-inch slices.
- Second bake- Place cut slices flat down on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for about another 5-8 minutes or longer, depending on your preference - the longer they stay in the oven, the crispier they get. Turn the slices over halfway through the second bake to ensure even toasting.
- They can be stored at room temperature for a few weeks...if they last that long.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
119kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
76mg
(3%)
Potassium
27mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
118IU
(2%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 119
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 119kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 118IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.