Biscottini di Novara

Ingredients

• 200g (1 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour 200g (1 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour
• 150g (1 ¼ cups) ground almonds 150g (1 ¼ cups) ground almonds
• 150g (¾ cup) granulated sugar 150g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 14g, 8g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. 5.
   Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a log, approximately 2 inches wide.
6. 6.
   Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
7. 7.
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the logs are golden brown and firm to the touch.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let the logs cool for 10 minutes.
9. 9.
   Using a sharp knife, slice the logs diagonally into ½-inch thick slices.
10. 10.
    Place the slices back onto the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are crisp and lightly golden.
11. 11.
    Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool completely.
12. 12.
    Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use ground almonds for this recipe to achieve the desired texture. You can grind whole almonds in a food processor or use pre-ground almond flour.
• Vanilla extract — Choose a high-quality vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the biscuits.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can drizzle the cooled biscuits with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
• Store the Biscottini di Novara in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.

Serving advice

Serve Biscottini di Novara alongside a cup of espresso or cappuccino for a classic Italian treat. They are perfect for dipping into the hot beverage.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Biscottini di Novara on a decorative platter and dust them with an additional sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.