Snowflake Lemon Glazed Biscotti
Snowflake Lemon Glazed Biscotti is a delightful treat that transports you to the sunny streets of Italy with every bite. This recipe combines a crunchy texture with a zesty lemon glaze, making it the perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee or a show-stopping addition to any gathering. Easy to make and always impressive, these biscotti promise to bring joy and smiles to your table, whether shared with friends or enjoyed alone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped almonds (or nuts of choice)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until blended.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice, then add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped almonds.
- Shape the dough into logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, slice logs diagonally into 1-inch pieces, then return slices to the baking sheet cut-side down.
- Bake again for another 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled biscotti before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Experiment by swapping lemon zest for orange or lime for different flavors. - Add white chocolate dips for an indulgent twist. - To refresh stale biscotti, warm in an oven at 350°F for about five minutes.