## Almond, Lemon, and Anise Biscotti: A delightful treat for any occasion
Almond, lemon, and anise biscotti are a classic Italian cookie that is perfect for any occasion. Here are three delicious recipes for this timeless treat:
- **Traditional Almond Biscotti:** This classic recipe features a simple combination of almonds, flour, sugar, and eggs. The result is a crispy, flavorful cookie that is perfect for dipping in coffee or tea.
- **Lemon Almond Biscotti:** This variation on the traditional recipe adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the cookies. The lemon zest and juice add a refreshing touch that is perfect for summer gatherings.
- **Anise Almond Biscotti:** This unique recipe features the warm, licorice-like flavor of anise. The anise seeds add a subtle sweetness and a distinctive aroma to the cookies.
Whether you prefer a classic flavor or something a little different, these three biscotti recipes are sure to please. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake up a batch of these delicious Italian cookies!
LEMON ANISE BISCOTTI
"With the growing popularity of gourmet coffees, cappuccino and espresso," Carrie Sherrill notes in Forestville, Wisconsin, "I'm finding lots of people enjoy these classic Italian dipping cookies."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat eggs and sugar for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add oil and extracts; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; beat into egg mixture. Beat in lemon zest and aniseed. , Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, shape each portion into a 12x2-in. rectangle. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden and tops begin to crack. Carefully remove to wire racks; cool for 5 minutes. , Transfer to a cutting board; cut with a serrated knife into scant 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 5 minutes. Turn and bake 5-7 minutes longer or until firm and golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ALMOND LEMON AND ANISE BISCOTTI
These biscotti are very easy to make, even for a novice. A couple of them broke while I was slicing them for the second baking and they tasted darn good only after first! From "Williams-Sonoma Italian Favorites."
Provided by Irmgard
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon zest, aniseeds, baking powder, vanilla and salt.
- Whisk to blend.
- Add the flour and almonds and stir until a dough forms.
- Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead until smooth, about 10 turns.
- Divide the dough in half.
- Form each half into a log 2 inches in diameter.
- Carefully transfer the logs to an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them well apart, and pat to even the shapes.
- Sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar.
- Bake until firm to the touch, about 30 minutes (the logs will spread during baking.).
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
- Leave the oven set at 350 degrees F.
- Using a spatula, carefully transfer the logs to a work surface.
- Using a serrated knife, cut crosswise into slices 1/2" thick.
- Arrange the slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Return to the oven and bake until brown, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.1, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 11.8, Sodium 32.9, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.9
LEMON AND ANISE BISCOTTI
Found in the 2001 cookbook, Luscious Lemon Desserts, this recipe makes for some crunchy, flavorful cookies!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 48 biscotti, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make sure there is a rack in the middle slot of the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter 1 large nonstick baking sheet & have 1 ungreased baking sheet ready.
- Toast almonds on the ungreased baking sheet for 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a small skillet, toast the aniseed, shaking the pan, over medium heat for 3 minutes or until fragrant.
- Process sugar & zest in a food processor until zest is finely ground.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, coriander, baking powder & salt.
- In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, beat butter & suger mixture together, beginning on low speed & increasing to medium-high, until combined well.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then reduce the speed to low & add flour mixture & aniseed, beating just until blended.
- With a rubber spatula, stir in the almonds.
- Halve the dough & place both portions on the buttered baking sheet.
- Quickly form each piece into a 12:x1" log, & place them at least 3 inches apart on the buttered baking sheet, then smooth the 2 logs with dampened fingers.
- Bake for 35 minutes, turning the baking sheet once, or until logs are golden brown & beginning to crack on top.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer logs to a cutting board & with a sharp knife, cut each log into 1/8-inch slices.
- Arrange slices on the same baking sheet & return to the oven.
- Bake for about 16 minutes, turning the cookies over halfway through the baking, until crisp & golden brown on both sides.
- Let cool on a wire rack, then store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
ANISE-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into medium bowl. Mix sugar, melted butter, 3 eggs, vanilla extract and ground aniseed in large bowl. Add flour mixture to egg mixture and stir with wooden spoon until well blended. Mix in almonds.
- Divide dough in half. Using floured hands, shape each dough half into 13 1/2-inch-long, 2 1/2-inch-wide log. Transfer both logs to prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Whisk egg white in small bowl until foamy; brush over top and sides of each dough log.
- Bake logs until golden brown (logs will spread), about 30 minutes. Cool logs completely on sheet on rack, about 25 minutes. Maintain oven temperature.
- Transfer logs to work surface; discard parchment paper. Using serrated knife, cut logs on diagonal into 1/2-inch-wide slices. Arrange slices, cut side down, on same baking sheet. Bake 12 minutes. Turn biscotti over; bake until just beginning to color, about 8 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool. (Can be prepared 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)
Tips:
- Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking the biscotti.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the biscotti into even slices.
- Bake the biscotti until they are golden brown and crisp.
- Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- You can also freeze the biscotti for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
These almond, lemon, and anise biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. The almond and lemon flavors are a perfect combination, and the anise adds a subtle licorice flavor that really makes these biscotti special. If you are looking for a new and delicious cookie recipe, give these almond, lemon, and anise biscotti a try. You won't be disappointed!
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