Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup finely ground almonds
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 egg
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon lemon extract
Lemon Poppy Seed Biscotti is a popular Italian biscuit, perfect for dunking into a cup of tea or coffee. These crispy cookies have a nice balance of lemon zest and poppy seeds where the lemon flavor is not overpowering. They are twice baked which causes their dryness, thus making them perfect to dip. This recipe is easy to follow and takes less than an hour to prepare. Whether they are served for guests or eaten as snacks, a batch of Lemon Poppy Seed Biscotti are sure to disappear fast.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, ground almonds, baking powder, baking soda, lemon zest, and poppy seeds.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, egg whites, and lemon extract.
4.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
5.On the prepared baking sheet, shape the dough into a 14-inch log, approximately 1 inch thick.
6.Bake for 25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
7.Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing the log into 24 biscotti.
8.Turn each biscotti onto its side and place them back on the baking sheet. Bake for another 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let cool before serving.

PROS

These biscotti are perfect for tea time, with just the right amount of lemon flavor and crunch from the poppy seeds.

They can be stored for up to a week in an airtight container and make a great gift for friends and family.

CONS

The amount of sugar in the recipe might not make it ideal for people who are watching their calorie or sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lemon zest in the biscotti provides a good source of vitamin C which is beneficial for the immune system.
The poppy seeds contain iron and calcium that support the bone health.

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