Almond Amaretti Biscotti with Orange Zest

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Crunchy almond biscotti with fragrant orange zest, perfect for dipping into coffee or dessert wine. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 57 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 37 min Serves 24 Italian cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt; set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, beat 3/4 cup granulated sugar with 2 large eggs and 1 tsp almond extract until pale and thickened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp orange zest, then gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined. Fold in 1 cup chopped whole almonds evenly.
  4. Step 4: On a lightly floured surface, divide dough in half and shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place logs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Bake logs for 25 minutes until golden and firm to the touch. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Using a serrated knife, slice logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick biscotti. Arrange slices cut side down on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 12 minutes, flipping halfway through until crisp and toasted.
  7. Step 7: Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

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