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Freshly baked lemon biscotti on a plate with zest decoration

Lemon Biscotti

This Lemon Biscotti recipe combines ease and reliability with a refreshing lemon flavor and crunchy texture, perfect for sharing or enjoying with your morning coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Servings 24 pieces
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder creates leavening
  • ¼ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • Zest of 2 lemons lemon zest offers bright citrus flavor

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs binds the dough
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice adds moisture
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract or almond extract adds depth of flavor
  • ½ cup softened unsalted butter imparts richness

Glazing Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar for the glaze
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for glaze adds tanginess

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add the lemon zest to the dry mixture and stir to release the oils.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla or almond extract.
  • Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a cohesive dough forms.
  • Incorporate the softened unsalted butter into the dough until smooth.

Baking

  • Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 12 inches long.
  • Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until lightly golden.
  • Let the logs cool for about 10 minutes before slicing diagonally into ½-inch wide pieces.
  • Arrange the slices cut side up on the baking sheet.
  • Bake again for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until golden and dry.

Glazing

  • Allow the biscotti to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Prepare the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  • Drizzle or dip the cooled biscotti in the glaze and let sit until the glaze sets.

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately and store the biscotti in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
Keyword Baked Goods, Biscotti Recipe, Citrus Desserts, Italian Cookies, Lemon Biscotti