Food By Franz

Hazelnut Biscotti

4 C flour
2 C sugar
2 tsp baking powder
6 eggs
4-5 tbsp frangelico (hazelnut liqueur)
2 tsp almond extract
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 C roasted hazelnuts, coarse chop

To make biscotti using a food processor – combine dry ingredients in processor using blade. In small bowl combine eggs, frangelico and extracts. Add liquid ingredients to dry in steady stream while processor is on. Process just until a stiff dough forms – add hazelnuts & pulse just enough to mix the nuts into dough.

Shape dough into flattish log approximately 3 inches wide and cooking sheet length. Lay the logs on greased sheets and bake 350 oven for approx 20 minutes. Remove from oven & let cool until able to touch – take serrated knife and cut crosswise into ¾ “ wide pieces. Bake slices again for approx 15 minutes until golden brown. Remove & cool, store in tins

These are excellent with coffee, put into fun seasonal tins, they make wonderful, yummy gifts.