Easy Italian Lemon Biscotti

Indulge in these biscotti, crunchy yet not too hard, perfect for nibbling solo or dunking in a steaming cup of coffee or tea. But wait, there's more! The zesty lemon flavor gives these treats a refreshing, summery kick that's hard to resist...

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 These cookies are the perfect balance of lightness and texture, without being too hard. Plus, they stay fresh for weeks when stored correctly in an airtight container.

Sink your teeth into these tempting Homemade Biscotti infused with a burst of tangy lemon. With a satisfying crunch, these snacks are not only heavenly but also low in fat (minus the glaze).

What is a Biscotti?

Fun Biscotti Trivia - Bet you didn't know that the word "biscotti" comes from "biscotto," the Italian term for any type of cookie! 

These sweet treats are made by baking dough logs, letting them cool, and then popping them back in the oven for another round of baking. 

🍋Ingredients in Italian Lemon Biscotti?

Dough

Salted butter - softened and room temperature

Granulated Sugar

Eggs - Room temperature

All-purpose flour

Baking powder - Baking powder is used to increase the volume and lighten the texture of baked goods.

Lemon Extract

Lemon Zest

Lemon Glaze

Powdered Sugar ( Confectioners' sugar)

Lemon juice

🍋How to make Italian Lemon Biscotti 

• In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature (do not skip) softened butter and sugar, and blend on medium speed until light and fluffy. 
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• Add eggs, lemon extract, and zest to wet ingredients and blend for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
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• Add the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gently mix the dry ingredients on low speed until combined. When all the flour is absorbed, stop mixing. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
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• Lightly dust the parchment-lined baking sheet and your hands. 
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• Transfer dough to the floured baking sheet and form into a log 1/2 inch thick.
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• Bake for 30 minutes, until golden brown. Let rest for 10 minutes, before slicing with a serrated knife and re-baking for 10 minutes on each side.

Let cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the biscotti. Allow the glaze to dry. 

Enjoy!!

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Italian Lemon Biscotti