Biscotti al Limone

Biscotti al Limone are delightful Italian cookies infused with zesty lemon flavor, perfect for a refreshing breakfast. These crunchy treats pair beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee, making them a delightful start to your day.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 150 grams
• Granulated sugar - 75 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Eggs - 1 large
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. In another bowl, mix the lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
5. Shape the dough into a log about 25 cm long and 5 cm wide, placing it on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the log is lightly golden and firm to the touch.
7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing the log into 1 cm thick pieces.
8. Arrange the sliced biscotti back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are crisp.
9. Let the biscotti cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 85 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from lemon, which can boost the immune system.
• Low in cholesterol, making it a heart-friendly snack option.

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