Introducing our Crispy Delight Biscotti, a perfect snack to accompany your favorite beverage. Whether it’s tea, coffee, or milk, these biscotti won’t disappoint. Store them in jars and enjoy a crunchy treat whenever you like!
Why You’ll Love This:
- Versatile snack that pairs wonderfully with tea, coffee, or milk.
- Customizable with your choice of nuts and dried fruits.
- Easy to store and perfect for satisfying those random cravings.
Perfect Occasion: These biscotti are great for a cozy afternoon break, a morning pick-me-up, or as a delightful snack for your guests. They’re also wonderful as a homemade gift for friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 145g sugar (just under one cup)
- 110g butter (at room temperature)
- 2 eggs
- 250g flour (2 cups + 3 tablespoons)
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar or vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon or orange zest (optional)
- Your choice of dried fruits and nuts (raisins, dried blueberries, chopped almonds, pistachios, etc.)
- Optional variations: dried figs, apricots, hazelnuts, chocolate chips.
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 165°C with top and bottom heat.
- Cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs. If using, add your chosen aroma at this stage.
- Mix dry ingredients together and blend into the wet mix until just combined.
- Stir in the lemon zest, then fold in your choice of dried fruits and nuts.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each into a log, and slightly flatten.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice with a sharp knife.
- Arrange slices on a baking sheet and bake for another 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional: Decorate with melted chocolate (white, milk, or dark).
Enjoy your freshly baked, crispy biscotti, perfect for dipping or simply savoring on their own!
