Lemon Almond Biscotti
Biscotti, a delightful Italian creation, is simply perfect for enjoying alongside your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat. These crunchy, yet slightly tender cookies are an absolute delight to bake and even better to eat. Today, we bring to you a wonderful twist on the classic biscotti recipe – Lemon Almond Biscotti. Filled with zesty lemon flavor and a delightful crunch from almonds, these biscotti make for a lovely addition to any tea time or dessert spread. Let's get baking!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest until well combined.
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Add the softened butter to the flour mixture and work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Beat the eggs and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl.
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Slowly pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
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Gently fold in the sliced almonds.
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Shape the dough into logs on the baking sheet.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
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Slice the logs and bake the slices for an additional 10-15 minutes until crisp and golden.
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Cool on a wire rack before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 biscotti- Calories
- 140 kcal per biscotti
- Total Fat
- 6g per biscotti
- Saturated Fat
- 3g per biscotti
- Cholesterol
- 30mg per biscotti
- Sodium
- 60mg per biscotti
- Total Carbohydrate
- 19g per biscotti
- Dietary Fiber
- 1g per biscotti
- Sugars
- 9g per biscotti
- Protein
- 3g per biscotti
These delightful Lemon Almond Biscotti make a wonderful homemade gift or a sweet indulgence to have on hand for any occasion. Feel free to customize them by adding a drizzle of lemon glaze or dipping them in white chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness. Enjoy these treats with a steaming cup of tea or coffee to experience the perfect balance of citrusy zest and nutty crunch. Happy baking!