Cantucci Biscuits

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I recently discovered Cantucci biscuits and I find them simply irresistible. They are surprisingly easy to make and well worth the effort, especially considering how expensive store-bought ones can be.

This classic recipe for Cantucci biscuits comes from Italian cuisine, known for its crunchy texture and nutty flavor. They are perfect for enjoying during coffee breaks, tea time, or as a delightful snack throughout the day, loved by both adults and children alike.

What I love most about making Cantucci at home is that I can  customize them to my liking. From adjusting the level of sweetness to experimenting with different types of nuts or adding a hint of citrus zest, there are endless possibilities to make each batch unique and perfectly adjusted to your taste preferences.

How to make Cantucci biscuits

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). Mix together brown sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until they turn a pale yellow sets the base for this delightful treat. Add butter, nuts, and fragrant orange zest to enhance the flavor profile.

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt before gently folding them into the egg mixture. Shape the dough into two small logs and bake them until golden brown, for about 20-25 minutes. Once cooled slightly, slice the logs into thin pieces and bake again until perfectly crisp.

These biscotti are ready to be enjoyed straight away, featuring a satisfying crunch and a burst of citrusy zest. Stored in an airtight container, they maintain their freshness for days, making them an ideal companion for your morning coffee or an elegant after-dinner treat.

If you try them out make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how they turn out for you. For more cookies ideas check out the full collection of Cookie Recipes.

cantucci biscuits with walnuts

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cantucci biscuits

Cantucci Biscuits

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This classic recipe for Cantucci biscuits comes from Italian cuisine, known for its crunchy texture and nutty flavor. They are perfect for enjoying during coffee breaks, tea time, or as a delightful snack throughout the day, loved by both adults and children alike.
Servings 28 servings
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the over to  350°F (180°C). 
  • Mix the brown sugar, vanilla extract and eggs together till the color turns a pale yellow. Then add the butter, nuts and orange zest and mix well. 
  • In another bowl whisk the flour, baking powder and salt. Pour the flour mixture over the egg mixture and using a spatula continue to stir. 
  • From the dough resulted form 2 small logs and bake them for about 20-25 minutes. Remove from the oven, let them cool and cut the logs into 1 cm thick pieces. 
  • After that, put them back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes and let them dry out until they turn golden brown. They are great to serve right away and can be conserved for many days in a sealed container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cantucci biscuitCalories: 122kcalCarbohydrates: 18.5gProtein: 2.9gFat: 4.4gSaturated Fat: 1.1gCholesterol: 29mgSugar: 9g
Calories: 122kcal
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: biscuits, cantucci, walnuts

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  1. TONYK Author says:

    YOUR RECIPE LOOKS DELICIOUS BUT I DO NOT SEE WHAT YOU DID WITH THE BUTTER —

    TONYK

    1. Ella-HomeCookingAdventure Author says:

      Yes you're right, I just saw I didn't write when the butter should be added, just fixed that. Thanks for noticing me. 

  2. TONYK Author says:

    I MADE THIS RECIPE TODAY AND WHET I GOT THE BATTER MIXED UP IT WAS VERY RUNNY AND COULD NOT BE SHAPED INTO A LOAF SO I ADDED MAYBE ANOTHER 50 TO 75 GRAMS OF FLOUR AND IT WAS STILL THEN BUT I MADE THE LOAVES AND COOKED THEM BUT THEY WERE ONLY ABOUT 3/4 ON AN INCH THICK — ANY SUGGESTIONS? — BY THE WAY THE FINISHED PRODUCT IS DELICIOUS —

    TONYK

    1. Ella-HomeCookingAdventure Author says:

      Maybe you can try to make the loaves higher because the dough tends to flatten in the oven. You can also try the dried fruit  biscotti recipe (https://homecookingadventure.com/dried-fruit-biscotti) and see which one you prefer. You can replace the fruits with nuts. As regarding the flour I tend to put less flour as the result is better, the biscotti or cantucci won't be too hard. But you are right, less flour means that it's harder to shape but  the result is great. 

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