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Homemade Almond Biscotti

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Homemade Almond Biscotti are crisp, twice-baked Italian cookies featuring toasted almonds and a delicate vanilla-almond flavor. Perfect for dunking in coffee, tea, or dessert wine, they’re easy to make and ideal for gifting or entertaining.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 1 cup whole almonds, toasted and roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in vanilla and almond extract (if using).
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a stiff dough. Stir in chopped almonds and melted butter (if using).
  5. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a 12-inch long, 2–3 inch wide log on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden and firm. Let cool for 10–15 minutes.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
  8. Using a serrated knife, slice the logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
  9. Arrange the slices cut-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes per side, until crisp and lightly golden.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack before storing.

Notes

  • Use floured hands to shape sticky dough easily.
  • Let the biscotti logs cool slightly before slicing to reduce crumbling.
  • Dip cooled biscotti in chocolate for an elegant finish.

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