Easy Hazelnut Biscotti
This Easy Hazelnut Biscotti recipe is a delightful way to experience the flavours of Italy right in your own kitchen. These crunchy, nutty, and sweet cookies are perfect for enjoying any time of day. Share them with friends and family, and watch them disappear as everyone falls in love with this classic Italian treat. Happy baking!
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain flour (All purpose flour)
- ¾ cup caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup roasted hazelnuts
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180℃. Line a tray with baking paper. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, spices, salt and hazelnuts in a bowl. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well to form a stiff dough.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and shape each portion into a log. Slightly flatten each log then transfer to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are firm and lightly golden.
- Allow the baked logs to cool for 10-15 minutes. Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into 5- 10mm thick slices.
- Reduce oven temperature to 160℃. Arrange the sliced biscotti on the baking sheet, cut sides down. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, (depending on thickness) or until they become lightly golden and crisp.
- Let the Hazelnut Biscotti cool completely on the tray, and then store them in an airtight container. They can be savoured with your favourite coffee, tea, or even dipped in chocolate for an extra treat.
Notes
- COOKS NOTES:
Oven Temps: Oven temperatures are for conventional, if using fan-forced (convection), reduce the temperature by 20˚C.
Measurements: We use Australian tablespoons and cups: 1 teaspoon = 5 ml, 1 tablespoon = 20 ml and 1 cup = 250 ml.
Herbs: All herbs are fresh (unless specified) and cups are lightly packed.
Vegetables: All vegetables are medium size and peeled, unless specified.
Eggs: We use extra-large size and eggs are 55-60 g each, unless specified.
- FLAVOUR VARIATIONS
When it comes to flavour variations, a wide range of ingredients can be added to create different biscotti recipes. Some popular flavourings and mix-ins include:- Dried Fruits: Ingredients like dried cranberries, raisins, apricots, or dates can be incorporated for sweetness and texture.
- Other Flavour Extracts: Almond extract, anise extract, or citrus extracts like lemon or orange can be used in place of the vanilla.
- Nuts: Almonds, pecans, walnuts or pistachios are also great choices in place of the hazelnuts.
- Spices: Anise, cardamom, and cocoa powder are some examples of spices used to infuse biscotti with distinctive flavours.
- Citrus Zest: Lemon or orange zest can add a bright, citrusy aroma to the biscotti.
- Chocolate: Dark chocolate chips or white chocolate chips can be added for a delightful twist. Chocolate-dipped biscotti are also a popular variation.
- Seeds: Poppy seeds, anise seeds, or sesame seeds can be included for added texture and flavor.