Description
Crunchy, nutty, and perfectly dunkable, these Almond Ricotta Biscotti combine ricotta, almonds, and lemon zest for the ultimate coffee-time treat.
Ingredients
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sliced almonds
Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
1. Cream ricotta, sugar, and butter until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet mixture.
3. Stir in almonds and lemon zest.
4. Shape into 2 logs and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
5. Cool 10 minutes, slice diagonally, and bake 10–12 minutes per side.
6. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
Use a serrated knife for clean cuts. Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks. For extra indulgence, drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg