Cantucci Cookies (Biscotti di Prato)
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Vanilla Extract, Baking Powder, Salt, Flour, Whole Almonds, Granulated Sugar, Eggs
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Cantucci Cookies (Biscotti di Prato) Recipe
Cantucci Cookies, also known as Biscotti di Prato, are crunchy almond cookies from the Tuscan town of Prato. They are traditionally served with a glass of sweet wine or coffee for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup whole almonds, toasted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 5 minutes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Toss in the toasted almonds.
- Form the dough into two logs, each about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide, on a floured surface.
- Place the logs on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Remove from oven and set aside for 10 minutes to cool.
- Slice logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices with a serrated knife.
- Return the slices to the baking sheet and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and set aside to cool completely on a wire rack.
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