Description
Indulge in these traditional Italian-style biscotti, crafted with a butter-based dough that delivers a light, crunchy texture perfectly suited for dipping into your favorite warm beverage. Featuring a distinct, aromatic licorice profile from authentic anise extract, this double-baked treat is designed for home efficiency. Whether you are prepping for a busy weekend or curating a thoughtful holiday gift, these cookies offer a reliable, professional-quality result that preserves beautifully in your pantry.
Ingredients
120 g unsalted butter, softened
150 g granulated sugar
2 tsp anise extract
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
265 g all-purpose flour
1.5 tsp baking powder
0.5 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325 F.
Coat a sheet pan with butter or spray oil and line with parchment paper.
Cream the butter and sugar in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for two minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Incorporate the anise and vanilla extracts, then scrape the bowl sides.
Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl.
Mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
Scoop the dough onto a lightly floured surface and form into a log.
Bake the log until firm, then remove, slice into individual biscotti pieces, and return to the oven for the second baking phase to reach the desired crispness.
Notes
For a bolder licorice flavor, you may increase the anise extract to 1 tablespoon. Store in an airtight container to keep the biscotti crisp for weeks. Use a serrated knife for clean, crumb-free slices.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg