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Almond Biscotti (Cantucci)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 20 pieces
Calories 150
Enjoy these crunchy, almond-filled biscotti perfect for dipping in coffee or tea. Their crisp texture and rich almond flavor make them a delightful treat.

Ingredients

Almonds

  • 1 cup whole almonds (unsalted)

Flour

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Baking Powder

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Salt

  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Eggs

  • 2 large eggs

Sugar

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (more for sprinkling)

Butter

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)

Almond Extract

  • 1 ½ teaspoons almond extract

Vanilla Extract

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg white egg white mixed with salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 325ºF (163ºC) and line a sheet pan with parchment.
  • Toast almonds for 10 minutes, then chop coarsely.
  • Mix dry ingredients; beat eggs, add sugar, butter, and extracts. Combine with dry ingredients and chopped almonds to form dough.
  • Shape dough into two rectangles on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle sugar if desired, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Cool, slice into ¾ inch pieces, then bake slices for 15 minutes, flip, and bake another 10-15 minutes until crisp.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for best crunch.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: almond