Italian S Cookies / Esse Biscotti
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Italian S Cookies / Esse Biscotti
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A fast and easy to make Italian S Cookie. These simple Biscuits go perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. Have them for Breakfast or Snack.
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Ingredients
- 3 large egg yolks (room temperature)
- 1 large whole egg (room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour (at least 11% protein)
- 1 pinch salt*
- ¾ cup + 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (188 grams total, if you double the recipe then double this amount)
- ½ cup + 2½ tablespoons butter (softened) (148 grams total, if you double the recipe then double this amount)
For room temperature ingredients remove from the fridge 45-60 minutes before using.
*If using unsalted butter then add ¼ teaspoon of salt.
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Instructions
- In a small bowl lightly beat the egg yolks, whole egg, zest and vanilla.
- In a large bowl add the flour, make a well in the middle and add the butter, sugar, salt and egg mixture. With a fork mix until almost combined, then move to a lightly floured flat surface. Knead gently to combine (don't over knead). Dough will be soft. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate one hour.
- Pre-heat oven to 400 F (200 C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove dough from the fridge and break off small pieces of dough, soften the dough slightly between your finger and roll into approximately 4-6 inches, to form into an S shape. Place on prepared cookie sheets and bake for 10 minutes, reduce heat to 320F (150C) and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool 5-10 minutes on the baking sheet then move to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy.
Notes
- If you wish you can substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or anise extract or even lemon extract to give it a more lemony flavor. Italians also like to dip half of the cookie in melted chocolate, add some sprinkles and serve them as a Christmas Cookie.
- The cookies should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3-5 days. Storing in the refrigerator could dry them out.
- The cookies should be completely cooled then placed in a freezer safe container or bag. They will keep for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
110kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
41mg
(14%)
Sodium
37mg
(2%)
Potassium
17mg
(0%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
160IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
7mg
(1%)
Iron
0.6mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 110kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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