Orange Almond Biscotti

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour a baking sheet. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the sliced almonds and orange zest. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the beaten eggs, vegetable oil, and almond extract to the well. Stir until the mixture comes together to form a slightly sticky ball of dough. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a log approximately 8 inches long. Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten them to about 3/4-inch thickness. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the logs are lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before slicing. (35 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Using a serrated knife, carefully slice each log diagonally into 1/2-inch thick biscotti. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Arrange the biscotti, cut-side up, back onto the baking sheet. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, flipping them over halfway through, until they are hard and crunchy. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. (15 minutes)