Almond biscotti with Kahlúa

70 min
hard
8 ingredients

Almond biscotti with Kahlúa

Biscotti is a traditional Italian cookie originating from the Tuscany region. Its name comes from the Latin "bis coctus," meaning "twice baked," which describes its characteristic preparation of being baked in two stages to achieve a crunchy and dry texture. In Latin America, this type of cookie is mainly known as "biscotti," although in some countries it might have similar names or simply be referred to as an Italian cookie or dry cookie. Its popularity has transcended borders and it has been adapted with different ingredients and flavors, from dried fruits to spices and liqueurs, as in this version that incorporates Kahlúa, a coffee liqueur highly appreciated for its distinctive flavor.

This delicious almond biscotti with Kahlúa combines the traditional crunchiness of the Italian cookie with the aromatic touch of the liqueur, offering a unique experience that invites you to enjoy it accompanied by a cup of coffee or tea. The choice of anise as an extract enhances the flavors and evokes the authenticity of European pastry mixed with a modern touch.

How to Make Almond Biscotti with Kahlúa

In a large bowl, mix sugar and melted butter.

Add Kahlúa and anise extract.

Beat the eggs and incorporate the nuts.

Sift the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl.

Gently incorporate the dry ingredients into the sugar mixture until well combined.

Cover and refrigerate for approximately three hours.

Preheat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F).

Shape the dough into three bars, 5 cm (2 inches) wide and 1.25 cm (1/2 inch) thick.

Place the bars well-spaced on a greased cookie sheet.

Bake for 20 minutes or until golden.

Cool for 5 minutes, cut into diagonal slices 1.25 cm (1/2 inch) thick.

Place the slices with the cut side up.

Bake for 8 minutes on each side at 190 °C (375 °F) until slightly golden.

Cool on wire racks.

Ingredients: Sugar, butter, Kahlúa, anise extract, eggs, almonds, flour, and baking powder.

Almond biscotti with Kahlúa

Ingredients (8)

  • Sugar
  • Butter
  • Kahlúa
  • Anise Extract
  • Eggs
  • Almonds
  • Flour
  • Baking Powder

Instructions (14 steps)

  1. 1 In a large bowl, mix sugar and melted butter
  2. 2 Add Kahlúa and anise extract
  3. 3 Beat the eggs and incorporate the walnuts
  4. 4 Sift the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl
  5. 5 Gently incorporate the dry ingredients into the sugar mixture until well combined
  6. 6 Cover and refrigerate for approximately three hours
  7. 7 Preheat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F)
  8. 8 Shape the dough into three bars, each 5 cm (2 inches) wide and 1.25 cm (0.5 inches) thick
  9. 9 Place the bars well-spaced on a greased cookie sheet
  10. 10 Bake for 20 minutes or until golden
  11. 11 Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into diagonal slices 1.25 cm (0.5 inches) thick
  12. 12 Place the slices with the cut side up
  13. 13 Bake for 8 minutes on each side at 190 °C (375 °F) until lightly golden
  14. 14 Cool on wire racks

Nutritional Information

Calories: 112 kcal
Protein: 4%
Carbohydrates: 4%
Fat: 7%
Sugar: 28%
Sodium: 2%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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