Lemon or Lime and Macadamia Biscotti

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 15

Delicious Lemon or Lime and Macadamia Biscotti recipe for your tea time

by The Chefin Biscuits

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups self raising flour
	1 cup whole meal flour
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	3/4 cup caster sugar
	3 eggs ( lightly beaten )
	2 lemons , juice and zest of ( I prefer lemon ) or 2 limes , juice and zest of ( I prefer lemon )
	1 cup roasted raw macadamia nuts ( leave whole )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

206

Sugar

12g

Fat

Biscotti are a popular biscuit originated from Italy and became a common staple tea time snack in many countries. Lemon or Lime and Macadamia Biscotti are a flavorful twist to the traditional Italian recipe. The macadamia nuts added to the biscuit not only provide added taste but also give the biscuit natural oils, making it perfect for a healthy snack. The lemon or lime juice and zest provides a tangy, citrusy flavor and an added dose of antioxidants. These biscotti are perfect for those who are looking for a nutritious snack without sacrificing the taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).
2.	Combine self-raising flour, wholemeal flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
3.	Add in caster sugar, eggs, lemon or lime juice and zest.
4.	Roughly chop macadamia nuts and add to the mixture.
5.	Combine all ingredients together until well combined.
6.	Knead the mixture on a floured surface until it becomes a uniform dough.
7.	Form the dough log approximately 6cm thick and place on the baking tray lined with baking paper.
8.	Bake in the pre-heated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
9.	Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
10.	Slice the log using a serrated knife into 1-2cm wide biscotti pieces and place them on the baking tray.
11.	Bake for another 10 minutes or until they turn light brown in color. Turn them over midway, so both sides can be baked evenly.
12.	Remove from the oven and serve with tea or coffee.

PROS

These lemon or lime and macadamia biscotti are perfect for dipping in your favorite hot beverage.

They are crunchy and filled with roasted macadamia nuts which provides a delicious flavor and added nutrition.

CONS

These biscotti have a high sugar content, which makes them unsuitable for those who are sensitive to sweet foods.

Moreover, the recipe contains eggs and flour, making it unsuitable for people with specific dietary restrictions such as celiac disease or egg allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the high sugar content, the lemon or lime and macadamia biscotti also carry various health benefits.
Macadamia nuts are known to be high in monounsaturated fats and can help to reduce cholesterol levels in the body.
On the other hand, lemon or lime contains vitamin C that can boost the immune system and improve skin health.