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Let\u2019s Learn to Bake Biscotti<\/h2>\n
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Biscotti \u2013 what are they? How do you eat them? And, how do you make them?! Read on to find out my secret to these yummy cranberry-almond biscotti that friends rave about. It was a best-selling item at my bakery. Now, you can have bakery-quality biscotti in your very own home.<\/p>\n

What Are These Crunchy Cookies?<\/h3>\n

These are Sicilian or Italian cookies. The cookies are baked, sliced, and then baked again. This gives them their characteristic crunch. Thus, their name \u201cbiscotti,\u201d which, means twice-baked. Normally, I like softer cookies, like these traditional Italian \u201cS\u201d cookies <\/a>made with anise. But, these twice baked biscotti have a place at my table, too. Especially, when I am setting out tea or coffee for friends. I just love how they pair well with hot drinks.<\/p>\n

How Do You Eat Biscotti?<\/h3>\n

The beautiful thing about biscotti is that they can be stored for an extended time since they are twice-baked. Therefore, you can keep these yummy cookies on hand and at the ready for coffee-time treats. Speaking of coffee, I love to eat these with a morning cup of dark-roasted espresso or cappuccino. I dunk them in the coffee to soften them up. Then, wash them down with a delightful swallow of my rich coffee. I also recommend them as an after-dinner treat with a cup of your favorite tea. They pair equally well with a warm cup of milk for an anytime pick-me-up.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the Secret to Deliciousness? A Trip to Sicilia.<\/h3>\n

I have had many types of biscotti. Here in America, I have tried store bought and bakery bought. I thought the store bought were lacking in flavor and the bakery bought, well, not to my standard. It was not until I took a trip to Sicilia that I realized how tasty was a true, fresh-baked, deliciously full-flavored biscotti. The secret, of course, is in the ingredients. I doubly realized this once I visited Giuseppe\u2019s organic farm in Sicily<\/a> that produced almonds, oranges and olives in the ashen soils under the volcanic shadow of Mt. Etna. I highly recommend visiting him, he is fascinating and devoted to lovingly maintaining his long-standing family farm.<\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s Bake Biscotti!<\/h2>\n

Please leave your comments below or share this recipe. I love to see and hear about what my readers are baking. Questions \u2013 post them below! I always answer. Sending happy and joyful baking blessings your way. Happy baking, my dear friends!<\/p>\n

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Cranberry Almond Biscotti<\/h2>\n

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This recipe makes some amazing biscotti that will have your mouth watering, they are crispy, not too hard, and made oh-so-delicious with almond paste, dried cranberries, and orange zest.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Prep Time <\/span>1 day<\/span><\/span> d<\/span> 30 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Cook Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hr<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Decorating <\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Cuisine <\/span>Breakfast, Brunch, Coffee, Dessert<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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