Best 12 Anise Walnut Biscotti Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite anise walnut biscotti, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delightful cookies, originating from the heart of Tuscany, are twice-baked for a delightful crunch and boast a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes. A generous sprinkling of anise seeds adds a touch of aromatic warmth, while the walnuts impart a delightful nutty richness. Indulge in the classic anise walnut biscotti recipe, or explore variations such as the chocolate dipped, pistachio, and almond versions, each offering a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer a traditional treat or a creative twist, our curated recipes will guide you in creating perfect biscotti that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this delightful baking adventure together.

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WALNUT AND ANISE BISCOTTI



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Delicious and simple walnut biscotti recipe with Middle-Eastern flavors from Israel. Anise seed adds a distinctive taste to these biscotti and makes every bite out of this world.

Provided by Trent Page

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup lightly packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups roughly chopped California walnuts
1 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
1 teaspoon anise seed
2 teaspoons lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • In bowl beat butter and sugar with hand mixer until pale and fluffy. Beat in eggs until well combined. In small bowl whisk together flour and baking powder, walnuts, dried cranberries, anise and lemon zest. Add to butter mixture and mix well. Shape dough into a large, slightly flattened log, about 4-inches x 12-inces.
  • Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in center of preheated oven until golden, approximately 30 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes and slice into 1/4-inch thick slices (diagonally for longer cookies or straight across for smaller).
  • Return biscotti to baking sheet, cut side down, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Flip to other side and bake 10 minutes longer, or until completely dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 cal, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 2 g

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN ANISE BISCOTTI



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I think it's time for another Italian biscotti recipe! This family recipe will provide you with a texture that is slightly spongy on the inside and crispy on the outside. It really doesn't get any easier than this Authentic Italian Anise Biscotti.

Provided by Maria Vannelli RD

Categories     cookies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
pinch salt
4 eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ teaspoon anise extract (OR 2 teaspoons anise seed OR 2 teaspoons Anisette liqueur)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C). Position rack in the center.
  • Grease and flour (or use non-stick spray) three 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, or bowl of electric mixer fitted with whisk attachment beat the eggs on medium speed until light and frothy (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Add the sugar gradually and whisk for another minute or so.
  • Add the oil and extracts. Whisk for another minute.
  • Incorporate the flour mixture. Mix until combined.
  • Pour mixture in the 3 prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until firm to the touch
  • Remove from loaf pans and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Transfer to cutting board.
  • Using a serrated knife, slice cookies about 1/4 inch thick (or thicker).
  • Place slices flat down on parchment lined baking sheets, and bake for about another 5-8 minutes or longer, depending on your personnel preference and your oven (the longer they stay in the oven, the crispier they get). Make sure to turn the slices over to ensure even toasting.
  • Can be stored at room temperature for a few weeks...if they last that long.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 75 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 4 g

CLASSIC BISCOTTI



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 3h

Yield Makes 65

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons anise seeds
1 teaspoon coarse salt
2 cups (11 ounces) almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
3 large eggs, plus 1 more, beaten, for brushing
Fine sanding sugar, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, anise seeds, salt, and nuts. Transfer to mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add eggs; beat until a stiff dough comes together, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide dough in half. Form each half into a 12-inch log. (Dough may be sticky; dampen your hands for easier handling.) Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten so each log is 13 inches long, 2 1/4 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick.
  • Brush logs with beaten egg and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Bake until firm and very pale golden, about 35 minutes. Let cool on pans on a wire rack, 40 minutes. Meanwhile, reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.
  • Using a serrated knife with a sawing motion, cut logs into slices slightly thicker than 1/4 inch. Arrange, cut-side up, on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until dry to touch, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely on pans on racks, 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container up to 1 month.

ANISE-ALMOND BISCOTTI



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Provided by Janet Mercuri

Categories     Cookies     Egg     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Winter     Bon Appétit     Ohio

Yield Makes about 3 Dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/3 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons aniseed, ground
1 cup whole almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped
1 large egg white

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.)

ANISE BISCOTTI



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Delicious, with a hint of licorice flavor. You can store these in an airtight container for over a month.

Provided by Laria Tabul

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Brandy

Time 1h40m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
4 eggs
4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup brandy
1 ½ teaspoons anise extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup almonds
2 tablespoons anise seed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or foil.
  • In large mixing bowl, beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine brandy, anise extract and vanilla in a small bowl or measuring cup. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Alternately add dry ingredients and brandy mixture to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the almonds and aniseed.
  • Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared sheet, forming two 2 x 13-inch long strips on each sheet. Smooth dough into logs with moistened fingertips.
  • Bake about30 to 35 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch. Place cookie sheets on racks and cool completely. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
  • Cut cooled logs on the diagonal into 3/4-inch thick slices using a serrated knife. Place slices on cookie sheets.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, turning after 10 minutes, until dry and slightly brown. Remove to a rack and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 88.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

BISCOTTI



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This is a simple, no frills biscotti. My friend at work gave this recipe to me. It's quick, easy and one of my favorite Italian cookie recipes.

Provided by JANDEE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup white sugar
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon anise extract, or 3 drops anise oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together the oil, eggs, sugar and anise flavoring until well blended. Combine the flour and baking powder, stir into the egg mixture to form a heavy dough. Divide dough into two pieces. Form each piece into a roll as long as your cookie sheet. Place roll onto the prepared cookie sheet, and press down to 1/2 inch thickness.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Remove from the baking sheet to cool on a wire rack. When The cookies are cool enough to handle, slice each one crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. Place the slices cut side up back onto the baking sheet. Bake for an additional 6 to 10 minutes on each side. Slices should be lightly toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

NANA'S ANISE BISCOTTI



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Provided by Tim Mantoani

Categories     Cookies     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Almond     Anise     Bon Appétit     California     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 65

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
4 large eggs
4 1/2 cups all purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup brandy
1 1/2 teaspoons anise extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons aniseed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with foil. Beat sugar and butter in large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix flour, baking powder and salt in medium bowl. Combine brandy, anise extract and vanilla extract in glass measuring cup. Add dry ingredients and brandy mixture alternately to sugar mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Stir in almonds and aniseed.
  • Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, forming two 2-inch-wide, 13-inch-long strips on each sheet. Moisten fingertips and smooth dough into logs. Bake until golden and firm to touch, about 40 minutes. Transfer sheets to racks and cool completely.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Transfer cooled logs to work surface. Using serrated knife, cut logs on diagonal into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices on baking sheets.
  • Bake cookies until dry and slightly brown, turning every 10 minutes, about 40 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store in airtight containers at room temperature.)

WALNUT AND ANISE BISCOTTI



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Make and share this Walnut and Anise Biscotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped
1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup dried cherries
1 teaspoon anise seed
2 teaspoons lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In bowl beat butter and sugar with hand mixer until pale and fluffy. Beat in eggs until well combined.
  • In small bowl whisk together flour and baking powder, walnuts, dried cranberries, anise and lemon zest. Add to butter mixture and mix well.
  • Shape dough into a large log, about 4" x 12". Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in center of preheated oven until golden, approximately 30 minutes.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes and slice into 1/4-inch thick slices (diagonally for longer cookies or straight across for smaller).
  • Return biscotti to baking sheet, cut side down, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Flip to other side and bake 10 minutes longer or until completely dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 7.1, Protein 2.9

ANISE BISCOTTI



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My aunt would make anise recipes all the time for dessert and these biscotti were my favorite. I can remember walking into the house and I'd almost swoon when I smelled them baking-the aroma seemed to fill every room. -Esther Perea, Van Nuys, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed aniseed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup blanched almonds, toasted and finely chopped
2 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • Line a baking pan with foil; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, aniseed, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; set aside., In a large bowl, cream butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and eggs. Stir in almonds and reserved flour mixture. , Divide dough in half. Shape each into a 12-in. x 2-in. rectangle on the prepared baking pan. Smooth the surface of each rectangle; brush with milk and sprinkle with remaining sugar., Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and reduce heat to 300°., Transfer rectangles with foil to a wire racks; cool for 15 minutes. Place rectangles on a cutting board; cut diagonally into 1/2-in. slices. Place slices, cut side down, on baking pans. , Bake 10-12 minutes longer. Turn oven off, leaving cookies in oven to cool with door ajar. Store cookies in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts :

ANISE AND WALNUT BISCOTTI



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My family loves anise and they love biscotti. This is a biscotti recipe that starts with a mix and it is pretty easy to do. I made anise walnut flavor but you can use a lemon mix and lemon extract with a lemon glaze, or orange mix, orange extract and a chocolate or orange glaze, or maybe a white mix and almond extract, crushed...

Provided by Deneece Gursky

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box yellow cake mix
5 eggs
2 t anise extract (yes 2 tablespoons)
3/4 c oil
1 c chopped walnuts
favorite vanilla frosting with anise extract blended in

Steps:

  • 1. Pour cake mix in large bowl
  • 2. Add oil
  • 3. Add all five eggs
  • 4. Mix by hand until blended. Add extract and walnuts
  • 5. Now beat with mixer on high for about 2 minutes
  • 6. Pour into jelly roll pan sprayed with non stick spray. (Mixture is kind of thick)
  • 7. Bake in preheated oven at 325 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. (it will be slightly pulling away from edge of pan and a nice golden color)
  • 8. Remove from oven and allow to cool
  • 9. Once cool slice with knife vertically and then horizontally into size desired. Turn oven temp up to 350 degrees
  • 10. Now remove from jelly roll pan gently and place cut side down on UNGREASED cookie sheet, Bake for about 6 to 8 minutes per side. (flip over and bake other side)
  • 11. Cool slightly and then frost or drizzle with anise icing. Store in tightly sealed container at room temp once biscotti are completely cooled.
  • 12. Read my notes for other flavor variations on this crisp on the outside and softer in the center flavorful cookie.

FIG AND WALNUT BISCOTTI



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Surprise! No butter or oil is used in these cookies that take two trips to the oven for their distinct texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup whole-wheat flour (spooned and leveled)
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 teaspoon anise seed, chopped
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest (from 1 large orange)
1 cup coarsely chopped dried Calimyrna figs (6 ounces)
1 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flours, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and anise. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs until they're pale yellow and hold a ribbon for 1 second when whisk is lifted, about 5 minutes. Whisk in zest.
  • Fold egg mixture into flour mixture until combined. Fold in figs and walnuts. Lightly spray a parchment-lined baking sheet with cooking spray. Divide dough in half on parchment. Spray hands with cooking spray; form each piece of dough into a 2 1/2-inch-wide log. Bake until dough is firm but gives slightly when pressed, about 25 minutes. Transfer sheet to a wire rack and let logs cool 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.
  • Cut each log on the diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices; place slices, cut side up, on sheet. Bake 7 minutes, flip biscotti, and bake 7 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g

ANISETTE BISCOTTI



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My great-great-aunt Josie created this recipe and handed it down through the family. The anise seed and anisette give it an authentic Italian flavor. A bit labor intensive, but they are so worth it! Great for dunking in tea or coffee, or just munching on. I double the recipe and give them out for Christmas every year.

Provided by Jeannie Z. Taylor

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 3h51m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons anisette liqueur
2 tablespoons brandy
1 tablespoon anise seeds
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • Beat sugar and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in walnuts, oil, anisette liqueur, brandy, and anise seeds. Fold in flour and baking powder until dough comes together. Cover with plastic wrap and chill, about 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Remove dough from refrigerator. Use greased hands to shape half the dough into a 1 1/2-inch-wide log on a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough on second baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, switching baking sheets halfway through, until dough is pale golden and a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, 17 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer logs to a cutting board and slice into 1-inch pieces at a 45-degree angle using a sharp or serrated knife. Arrange slices on their sides on the baking sheets.
  • Bake again in the preheated oven, flipping slices over halfway through, until lightly browned, about 14 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 34 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality ingredients.
  • Make sure your oven is preheated before baking the biscotti.
  • Do not overmix the dough, or the biscotti will be tough.
  • Bake the biscotti until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the biscotti cool completely before slicing and serving.
  • Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Anise Walnut Biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these tasty cookies that will be enjoyed by everyone. These biscotti are also a great gift idea. They can be packaged in a pretty box or bag and given to friends, family, or neighbors. They are sure to be appreciated by anyone who receives them. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying treat, give these Anise Walnut Biscotti a try. You won't be disappointed!

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