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Classic Italian Almond Biscotti

Classic Italian Almond Biscotti

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 Biscotti
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole almonds toasted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp almond extract
  • 1 tbsp orange zest optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Toast almonds for 8–10 minutes. Cool.
  3. Whisk flour, baking powder, salt.
  4. Beat eggs and sugar until pale. Add extracts and zest.
  5. Combine dry ingredients into wet mixture. Fold in almonds.
  6. Shape into two logs (12 x 3 inches).
  7. Bake 25–30 minutes. Cool 10–15 minutes.
  8. Slice diagonally into ½-inch pieces.
  9. Bake again 10–12 minutes per side until golden.
  10. Cool completely before storing.

Notes

  • Use a serrated knife for clean slices.
  • Do not overbake—biscotti crisp as they cool.
  • Toast almonds for best flavor.
  • Store airtight to maintain crunch.