ITALIAN BISCOTTI AL LA SYD

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The original of this recipe was from Pat Aldighieri & printed in our local newspaper, but I've increased the amount of nuts & cranberries, baked them less to give them a slightly softer texture & serve them as a regular cookie. However, if you want them really crisp, CAREFULLY bake them another 10-15 minutes. My daughter can't leave them alone [as long as they don't have the nuts!] & friends are always asking for the recipe! Your imagination is the only thing limiting the number of variations to this recipe!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 130 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb unsalted butter, softened
4 cups granulated sugar
8 eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (1 ounce) bottle anise
1 cup slivered almonds
8 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups dried cranberries
2 cups pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl mix the first 7 ingredients until well blended.
  • Stir in the flour one cup at a time.
  • When smooth, mix in cranberries & pistachios.
  • Pat the dough into a smooth round dome in the mixing bowl, then cut it into quarter sections. Slowly shape each section, patting & rolling it carefully, first into a log, & then into a seamless loaf about 13" long & 4" wide. Place two of the loaves on a 15"x10" baking sheet.
  • Bake loaves for 45 minutes, checking them every 15 minutes to see if the dough is spreading out & becoming too flat. If it is, reshape the loaf with a spatula.
  • Remove loaves from the oven & allow them to cool. When cool, cut each loaf into 1" slices & then cut those slices in half. Place the slices back on the baking sheet, STANDING UP & SEPARATED FROM ONE ANOTHER, then bake them for another 10 minutes or so.
  • Remove cookies from the oven & cool them completely before storing them in an air tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.7, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 13.3, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 1.8

Saad Umrani
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I made these biscotti for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


MF Rakib
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These were the best biscotti I've ever had! They were crispy, chewy, and flavorful.


Nigel Vusolo
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I've never made biscotti before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cookies turned out perfectly and they were so delicious.


Ahmmod Ahmmod
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These were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making these again.


ukxsj ysac
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I'm not a fan of anise, so I wasn't a huge fan of these biscotti. But my friends who do like anise loved them.


TiTANEK_PRs
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These biscotti were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Aminah Nalubwama
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I found the dough to be a little too dry, but the cookies still turned out okay.


MD Rakib khan
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These were a little too sweet for my taste, but otherwise they were good.


Janette Ortiz
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I've made these biscotti several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect cookie to dunk in coffee or tea.


Michael Blake
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These biscotti were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I loved the anise flavor.


Kevin Rodriguez
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These were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


Sedickah Abduraouf
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Loved these biscotti! The recipe was easy to follow and the cookies turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.


Sheraz Hussain
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These biscotti were a delight! They had a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior. The anise flavor was subtle but present, and the almonds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making these again.


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