Biscotti della Prima Colazione come negli anni ’50 (ricetta pugliese di mia nonna)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness while brown sugar is often less expensive.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are a healthier nut option, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener, while granulated sugar is more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt together.

In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture; mix well.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.

Fold in chopped almonds and orange zest.

Shape the dough into a log on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and firm.

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.

Slice the log into diagonal pieces.

Arrange the slices back on the baking sheet.

Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crisp and golden.

Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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