BISCOTTI BEFANINI I BISCOTTI DELLA BEFANA

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat and adds a unique flavor.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate bar (chopped)

Chopped chocolate bars can be less expensive and still melt well.

candied orange peel

🥗Healthier: dried orange zest

💰Cheaper: fresh orange zest

Fresh zest provides flavor without added sugar.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Granulated sugar can be used for a less sweet option.

In a large mixing bowl, create a well in the center of the flour.

Add sugar, softened butter (cut into pieces), eggs, and baking powder into the well.

Mix the ingredients starting from the center, incorporating the flour gradually.

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue mixing until a soft dough forms.

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead briefly to form a smooth dough.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Roll out the dough on parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thick.

Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on a baking sheet.

Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) for static or 160°C (320°F) for fan-assisted.

Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes until they are lightly golden.

Prepare the icing by mixing powdered sugar with a few drops of water until smooth and creamy.

Once the cookies have cooled, decorate them with the icing and colored sprinkles.

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