Anise, originating from the Mediterranean region, is a versatile herb that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. When paired with lemon, it creates a refreshing and aromatic combination perfect for a delightful treat. In this article, we'll explore the art of creating lemon and anise biscotti, a classic Italian cookie that blends the zesty flavor of lemon with the sweet licorice notes of anise. Our journey will take you through a selection of the finest recipes, providing step-by-step instructions and highlighting the unique characteristics that make each recipe special. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our guide will help you find the perfect lemon and anise biscotti recipe to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable culinary experience.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
LEMON ANISE BISCOTTI
"With the growing popularity of gourmet coffees, cappuccino and espresso," Carrie Sherrill notes in Forestville, Wisconsin, "I'm finding lots of people enjoy these classic Italian dipping cookies."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat eggs and sugar for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add oil and extracts; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; beat into egg mixture. Beat in lemon zest and aniseed. , Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, shape each portion into a 12x2-in. rectangle. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden and tops begin to crack. Carefully remove to wire racks; cool for 5 minutes. , Transfer to a cutting board; cut with a serrated knife into scant 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 5 minutes. Turn and bake 5-7 minutes longer or until firm and golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LEMON AND ANISE BISCOTTI
Found in the 2001 cookbook, Luscious Lemon Desserts, this recipe makes for some crunchy, flavorful cookies!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 48 biscotti, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make sure there is a rack in the middle slot of the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter 1 large nonstick baking sheet & have 1 ungreased baking sheet ready.
- Toast almonds on the ungreased baking sheet for 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a small skillet, toast the aniseed, shaking the pan, over medium heat for 3 minutes or until fragrant.
- Process sugar & zest in a food processor until zest is finely ground.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, coriander, baking powder & salt.
- In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, beat butter & suger mixture together, beginning on low speed & increasing to medium-high, until combined well.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then reduce the speed to low & add flour mixture & aniseed, beating just until blended.
- With a rubber spatula, stir in the almonds.
- Halve the dough & place both portions on the buttered baking sheet.
- Quickly form each piece into a 12:x1" log, & place them at least 3 inches apart on the buttered baking sheet, then smooth the 2 logs with dampened fingers.
- Bake for 35 minutes, turning the baking sheet once, or until logs are golden brown & beginning to crack on top.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer logs to a cutting board & with a sharp knife, cut each log into 1/8-inch slices.
- Arrange slices on the same baking sheet & return to the oven.
- Bake for about 16 minutes, turning the cookies over halfway through the baking, until crisp & golden brown on both sides.
- Let cool on a wire rack, then store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
LEMON ANISE BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Sift first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Whisk sugar and eggs in large bowl to a light lemon color. Stir in next 3 ing. Sift dry ing. over egg mixture, then fold in until dough is just combined. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 deg. Halve dough and turn each portion onto an oiled cookie sheet covered with parchment. Using floured hands, quickly stretch each portion into a rough 13x2 in. log. Place them about 3 in. apart on cookie sheet. Pat each dough shape to smooth it. Bake, turning pan once, until loaves are golden and just beginning to crack on top, about 35 min. Cool loaves 10 min. Lower oven temp. to 325 deg. Cut each loaf diagonally into ⅜ in. slices with serrated knife. Lay the slices about ½ in. apart on cookie sheet, cut side up, and return them to oven. Bake, turning over each cookie halfway through baking, until crisp and golden brown on both sides, abaout 15 min. Transfer to wire rack and cool completely. (Can be stored in airtight container for 1 month) VARIATION: Substitute unhulled sesame seeds for anise seeds. Brush top with egg wash and sprinkle with more sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts :
ALMOND LEMON AND ANISE BISCOTTI
These biscotti are very easy to make, even for a novice. A couple of them broke while I was slicing them for the second baking and they tasted darn good only after first! From "Williams-Sonoma Italian Favorites."
Provided by Irmgard
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon zest, aniseeds, baking powder, vanilla and salt.
- Whisk to blend.
- Add the flour and almonds and stir until a dough forms.
- Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead until smooth, about 10 turns.
- Divide the dough in half.
- Form each half into a log 2 inches in diameter.
- Carefully transfer the logs to an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them well apart, and pat to even the shapes.
- Sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar.
- Bake until firm to the touch, about 30 minutes (the logs will spread during baking.).
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
- Leave the oven set at 350 degrees F.
- Using a spatula, carefully transfer the logs to a work surface.
- Using a serrated knife, cut crosswise into slices 1/2" thick.
- Arrange the slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Return to the oven and bake until brown, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.1, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 11.8, Sodium 32.9, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.9
ANISE BISCOTTI
Delicious, with a hint of licorice flavor. You can store these in an airtight container for over a month.
Provided by Laria Tabul
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes Brandy
Time 1h40m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper or foil.
- In large mixing bowl, beat sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine brandy, anise extract and vanilla in a small bowl or measuring cup. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Alternately add dry ingredients and brandy mixture to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the almonds and aniseed.
- Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared sheet, forming two 2 x 13-inch long strips on each sheet. Smooth dough into logs with moistened fingertips.
- Bake about30 to 35 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch. Place cookie sheets on racks and cool completely. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- Cut cooled logs on the diagonal into 3/4-inch thick slices using a serrated knife. Place slices on cookie sheets.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, turning after 10 minutes, until dry and slightly brown. Remove to a rack and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 88.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the biscotti will be. Use fresh lemons and anise seeds, and make sure your butter is cold and unsalted.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the biscotti tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help it to hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the biscotti until they are golden brown: The biscotti should be golden brown on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside. If you bake them too long, they will be dry and crumbly.
- Slice the biscotti while they are still warm: This will make them easier to slice and will help to prevent them from breaking.
- Store the biscotti in an airtight container: The biscotti will keep for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.
Conclusion:
These lemon and anise biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. The bright lemon flavor and the subtle anise flavor are a perfect combination, and the biscotti are just the right amount of chewy. If you are looking for a new biscotti recipe to try, this is the one for you.
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