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Almond and Apricot Biscotti

Almond and Apricot Biscotti #forthefeast #cookies #italian
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Almond and Apricot Biscotti #forthefeast #cookies #italian

Description

Biscotti also known as cantuccini, are Italian almond cookies that are twice-baked.

They are dry, crunchy, and great for dipping in drinks. Traditionally, you would serve biscotti with Vin Santo, a beautiful dessert wine.

This Almond and Apricot Biscotti recipe is perfect with tea or coffee, and if you are feeling a little adventurous try a glass of Vin Santo!

Biscotti have that perfect crunch that taste even better a day or two later if you can manage.

Almond and Apricot Biscotti 
makes about 15 biscotti


Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3/4 cup chopped almonds
3/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots


Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees
1. In a large mixing bowl beat the butter on medium until softened.
2. Add sugar, baking powder, eggs and vanilla extract and continue beating.
3. Add the flour 1/2 cup at a time until fully mixed in.
4. Add the almonds and apricots and begin to form the dough with your hands.
5. Divide the dough into half and form 2 logs.
6. Place each log on plastic wrap and shape them into 2 flat blocks.
7. Wrap them in the plastic wrap and put them in the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours.
8. Place your flat logs onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
9. Make sure they are 4 inches apart.
10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on the cookie sheet for about 45 minutes.
11. With a serrated knife, cut each log into thick slices.
12. Lay the slices flat on a cookie sheet and bake again for 5 minutes on each side until crisp.


Notes

Biscotti improve in flavor if made 1 to 2 days ahead. Keep in an airtight container at room temperature.

Keywords: Desserts, Italian Inspired, Biscotti, Almond and Apricot Biscotti

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6 Comments

  • Reply
    Donna
    December 18, 2015 at 1:59 am

    How many eggs are required?

    • Reply
      Carrie Pacini
      December 18, 2015 at 1:23 pm

      2 Eggs, just updated the recipe! Thank you :)

  • Reply
    GIOVANNI PIZZOFERRATO
    December 18, 2015 at 10:59 am

    I love this recipe, turned out great

    • Reply
      Carrie Pacini
      December 18, 2015 at 1:17 pm

      It’s a great recipe :)

  • Reply
    Colleen Paggi
    January 18, 2016 at 10:49 pm

    What is the temperature to bake your biscotti?

    • Reply
      Carrie Pacini
      January 19, 2016 at 10:00 am

      Hi Colleen, I bake them in my oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

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