Biscotto di Sant'Antonio

Ingredients

• 200g (1 1/2 cups) almonds, finely ground 200g (1 1/2 cups) almonds, finely ground
• 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 3 egg whites 3 egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 9g, 0.7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 13g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.01g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4. 4.
   Gently fold the egg whites into the almond mixture, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
5. 5.
   Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
6. 6.
   Using a spoon or a piping bag, shape the dough into small, finger-like logs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. 7.
   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
9. 9.
   Once cooled, dust the biscuits with powdered sugar.
10. 10.
    Serve and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to finely grind the almonds for a smooth texture in the biscuit dough.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the biscuit dough for a warm and aromatic flavor.
• If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can use almond extract instead of vanilla extract.
• Store the Biscotto di Sant'Antonio in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and crunchiness.

Serving advice

Serve Biscotto di Sant'Antonio with a cup of espresso or a glass of Vin Santo, an Italian dessert wine. These biscuits are perfect for dipping and savoring the flavors.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Biscotto di Sant'Antonio on a decorative platter and dust them with an extra sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation. Serve them alongside a small bowl of powdered sugar for guests to dust their own biscuits.