Grandma’s Soft Italian Biscotti
Biscotti are a beloved Italian treat, often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea, but these soft, melt-in-your-mouth versions take the classic to a whole new level. With their delicate texture and sweet icing, these Italian Soft Biscotti are a perfect balance of flavor and nostalgia.
They’re ideal for dipping into your favorite hot beverage or simply savoring as a sweet snack. Plus, they’re super easy to make and can be customized with sprinkles or other toppings to make them extra special!
Italian Soft Biscotti Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Non-perils (optional)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with silicone mats and set aside.
Cream together the butter and sugar in an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.
Incorporate the baking powder, baking soda, and flour gradually into the wet ingredients, blending until a soft dough forms.
Shape the dough into ropes of about one tablespoon each, and twist them into desired shapes on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the icing by mixing together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Dip the tops of the cooled biscuits into the icing, allowing any excess to drip off. Add sprinkles (non-perils) for a festive touch, if desired.
Let the icing dry completely before storing the Italian Soft Biscotti in an airtight container.
Makes about 2 dozen soft and delicious Italian Soft Biscotti.
These Italian Soft Biscotti make for the perfect gift or a delightful treat to share with family and friends. Whether you’re enjoying them on a quiet afternoon or serving them at a special gathering, their light texture and sweet icing will surely impress.
Italian Soft Biscotti
Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter room temperature
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Icing:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with silicone mats and set aside.
- Cream together the butter and sugar in an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until well combined.
- Incorporate the baking powder, baking soda, and flour gradually into the wet ingredients, blending until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the dough into ropes of about one tablespoon each, and twist them into desired shapes on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the icing by mixing together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled biscuits into the icing, allowing any excess to drip off. Add sprinkles for a festive touch, if desired.
- Let the icing dry completely before storing the Italian Soft Biscotti in an airtight container.
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