Biscotti (Italian Cookie)
Crunchy, twice-baked biscotti packed with vanilla and a sweet, buttery crumb—perfect for coffee or tea, a timeless Italian treat for any gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream shortening and sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Add flour and baking powder a little at a time, mixing until dough holds together.
- Knead the dough until smooth.
- Form the dough into balls or finger shapes.
- Place the shapes about 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F until light brown, about 10 minutes.
- Cool the biscotti.
- Dust with confectioners sugar frosting before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
523
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Contains
Egg
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).