Orange-Almond Slices
These twice-baked almond- and orange-flavored treats are wonderful on cookie trays or served with fresh fruit or ice cream. Dip one edge of the crunchy slices into melted chocolate to dress them up for a special celebration.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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2 eggs
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31/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted and chopped
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1 tablespoon finely shredded orange peel
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In large bowl, combine sugar, butter, and eggs. Beat with electric mixer on low to medium speed until combined. Beat in 2 cups of the flour, the baking powder, and salt. Stir in remaining flour, the almonds, and orange peel.
2.
Divide dough in half. Shape each half into 10-inch roll. Place on ungreased cookie sheet; flatten slightly until about 3 inches wide. Bake about 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool on cookie sheet for 30 minutes.
3.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut each roll into 1/2-inch slices. Place, cut sides down, on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 8 minutes. Turn slices over and bake for 7 to 9 minutes more or until golden and crisp. Transfer to wire rack; cool. Makes 40 biscotti.
To store
Place in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Note
Nutrition facts are based on 1 biscotti.
Nutrition information
Calories 82, Total Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 56 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%. Exchanges: Starch .5, Other Carbohydrate .5, Fat .5.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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