Crispy Orange Almond Biscotti Cookies
Crunchy orange almond biscotti cookies with a perfect balance of citrus and nutty flavors. Easy to make and ideal for snacks or dessert.
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Learn how to make crispy orange almond biscotti cookies with this easy recipe. Perfectly crunchy and flavorful Italian treat for coffee or tea time.
Recipe Details
Prep time
15m
Cook time
45m
Rest time
10m
Total time
1h 10m
Prep time
15m
Cook time
45m
Rest time
10m
Total time
1h 10m
Ingredients
Servings:
1
1
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 30 g unsalted butter melted
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest finely grated
- 30 g whole almonds chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Origins Italian
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the large egg, melted unsalted butter, orange zest, and vanilla extract until combined.
- For the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped whole almonds evenly into the dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, shape the dough into a log about 20 cm long and 5 cm wide.
- Place the dough log on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the log is firm to the touch and lightly golden.
- Remove the log from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the log diagonally into 1 cm thick slices to form the biscotti.
- Arrange the slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake the slices for an additional 10 minutes, then flip them and bake for another 10 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Remove the biscotti from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Tips
- Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.
- Make sure to slice the biscotti when slightly warm for easier cutting.
- Store biscotti in an airtight container to keep them crisp.
Serving Suggestions
- coffee
- tea
- hot chocolate
- dessert wine
Enjoy these crispy orange almond biscotti cookies with your favorite hot beverage for a delightful treat any time.
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values per 100g.
- Fiber (g): 3
- Sodium (g): 0.3
- Sugar (g): 25
- Fat (g): 18
- Carbohydrates (g): 55
- Protein (g): 8
- Calories: 420
- Cholesterol (g): 0.1
- Saturated Fat (g): 5
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