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Ingredients
| all-purpose flour (unsifted): 3 1/4 cups |
| baking powder: 2 1/2 tsp |
| salted butter: 1/2 cup (softened) |
| granulated sugar: 1 cup |
| eggs: 3 |
| lemon zest: 2 tsp |
| almond extract: 1 tsp |
| almonds (whole): 1/2 cup (finely chopped) |
| eggs: 1 (white) |
D'Amaretti Biscotti
Credit: AllRecipes
User rating:
"Toasted almond and lemon zest biscotti for any occasion. Try these variations: Use 1/2 teaspoon of either vanilla or anise extract instead of the almond extract; substitute chopped filberts for almonds; toss in half a cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips."
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Prep Time
25 min -
Cook Time
35 min -
Servings
36 serving(s)
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Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheet.
- Combine flour and baking powder; set aside. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and almond extract. Stir in the flour mixture until smooth, then stir in the chopped almonds.
- Divide dough in two. Shape each portion into a loaf about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place loaves onto the cookie sheet about 4 inches apart, and flatten slightly. Beat egg white until foamy, and brush over tops of loaves.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until light brown. Cool on baking sheet for about an hour.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cut baked loaves diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices. Lay slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake 10 minutes, or until crisp. Cool on wire rack. Make several days before serving. Store in a paper bag to soften slightly. For longer storage place in a sealed container.