Almond Orange Biscotti

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 orange)
  • 1 cup whole almonds, toasted and chopped
  • ½ cup sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Dry: Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat Eggs & Flavor: In a large bowl, beat eggs, vanilla, and orange zest until pale and thick.
  4. Mix Dough: Gradually fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Stir in chopped almonds.
  5. Form Logs: Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, shape each half into a log about 12" long and 2" wide. Transfer to the prepared sheet.
  6. First Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and firm to the touch. Remove and let cool 10 minutes.
  7. Slice & Top: Reduce oven to 300°F (150°C). Slice logs diagonally into ¾" thick slices. Place cut-side down on the sheet, sprinkle with sliced almonds and turbinado sugar.
  8. Second Bake: Bake 15–20 minutes, until crisp and dry. Cool on a rack.
  9. Serve: Arrange biscotti alongside your espresso cups. Dip, sip, and savor each perfect moment.

May these Almond Orange Biscotti and your TEVLAUXO espresso cups bring you warmth, elegance, and a touch of sweetness with every coffee break—just as they do to mine.

—Mom Mom (Grandma Helen)