Nonna's Biscotti

Nonna's Biscotti
You can never have too many Mediterranean recipes, so give Nonna's Biscotti a try. One serving contains 95 calories, 2g of protein, and 4g of fat. For 19 cents per serving, you get a dessert that serves 42. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 5 hours. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. A mixture of almonds, baking powder, vanillan extract, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful.

Instructions

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Stir together sugar, butter, brandy, and extracts in a large bowl, then stir in almonds and eggs. Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
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Chill dough, covered, 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
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Using moistened hands, halve dough and form 2 (16-by 2-inch) loaves on an ungreased large baking sheet.
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Bake until pale golden, about 30 minutes. Carefully transfer loaves to a rack and cool 15 minutes.
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Cut loaves into 3/4-inch slices with a serrated knife.
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Arrange biscotti, with a cut side down, on a clean baking sheet and bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
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Transfer to rack to cool completely.
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Biscotti improve in flavor if made 1 to 2 days ahead. Keep in an airtight container at room temperature.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In5 hrs
Servings42
Health Score0
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