Cinnamon Sugar Biscotti

Recipe View Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate, larger bowl, cream together 2/3 cup sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined. (7 minutes)

Recipe View Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Lightly flour a clean surface. Divide the dough in half. Gently roll each portion into a log approximately 9 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly. Brush the tops with the beaten egg. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch. (30 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from the oven and let the logs cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Using a serrated knife, carefully slice each log crosswise on a diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Arrange the biscotti slices cut-side down on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine the 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the biscotti. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Return the biscotti to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are toasted and golden brown. (20 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the biscotti to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.