Cantucci Biscotti

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5

Crunchy and nutty Cantucci Biscotti recipe for your tea time

by The Chefin Biscuit

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

263

Sugar

19g

Fat

Originating from Tuscany, Cantucci Biscotti is a crunchy, nutty, and sweet biscuit. They come in a form of a long, flat loaf and are known for their texture of being twice-baked, which results in a crisp, hard crunch. Cantucci Biscotti are perfect to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea and are traditionally dunked into the hot beverage to soften the biscuit. They can also be enjoyed as a snack on the go or served as dessert. While the original recipe is made with almonds, this recipe utilizes hazelnuts that accentuate the earthy flavor of the biscuit. Follow this easy recipe to make your homemade batch of Cantucci Biscotti!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3.	Add eggs, hazelnut liqueur, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the bowl;
4.	stir until dough forms.
5.	Mix in hazelnuts.
6.	Divide dough into four sections and shape each into a long flat loaf.
7.	Bake until golden brown (about 30-35 minutes).
8.	Let cool and cut the loaves into 1/2 inch thick slices.
9.	Lay biscotti sliced side down on baking sheet and bake again for about 10-15 minutes to crisp up.
10.	Let cool and enjoy!

PROS

Cantucci Biscotti are perfect for dipping and enjoy with coffee or tea.

They are great to make ahead and store for a couple of weeks.

CONS

Cantucci Biscotti are high in calories and carbohydrates, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

The hazelnuts used in the recipe may cause allergic reactions to those who are sensitive to nuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cantucci Biscotti do provide some nutritional value as they are a good source of protein and fiber.
Hazelnuts contain healthy nutrients including vitamin E, magnesium, and antioxidants that help to protect against chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease.

	4 cups all-purpose flour
	2 cups white sugar
	2 teaspoons baking powder
	6 eggs
	1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur
	2 teaspoons vanilla extract
	2 teaspoons almond extract
	2 cups hazelnuts - toasted , skinned and coarsely chopped