Professional Baker Teaches You How To Make BISCOTTI!

Biscotti is on the menu in Chef Anna Olson's amazing kitchen, and she is going to teach you how to make this delicious recipe from scratch! Follow along with the recipes below!
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Recipe
Yield: About 3 dozen
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar (caster sugar)
½ cup (125 mL) vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 tsp (10 mL) finely grated lemon zest
¾ tsp (4 mL) pure almond extract
¾ cup (120 g) whole raw almonds
½ cup (65 g) dried cranberries
1 ¾ cups (265 g) all-purpose flour (plain flour)
2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder
½ tsp (2 mL) fine salt
½ tsp (2 mL) ground nutmeg
1 egg whisked with 2 Tbsp (30 mL) water, for brushing
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 325 F (160 C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the sugar, oil, eggs, lemon zest and almond extract together. Stir in the almonds and dried cranberries.
3. Sift the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg in a separate bowl, add this to the wet mixture and stir until completely blended. Shape the dough into 2 logs about 12-inches long, place on the baking tray and pat down to flatten (you can flour your hands to prevent sticking). Brush the logs with the egg mixture and bake for about 35 minutes, until a rich golden brown. Cool the logs on the baking tray a little bit, but so they are still warm to the touch.
4. Using a serrated knife, slice the logs into cookies just over ½-inch thick. Place these back on the baking tray, leaving just a little space between them (you may need a second baking tray) and return them to the oven to bake about 20 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from the baking tray to cool completely.
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[@emmarojo438]

I love this recipe and here are some VERY HELPFUL TIPS: in order to avoid a big mess on the surface where you will turn out your doll to roll and pat into shape . . .FIRST: be sure to mix your dry ingredients before adding to the dough, otherwise, you will get a pocket of baking powder in one bite...yuck! SECOND: after mixing dough, cut out the parchment paper for your cookie sheet and flour it. Drop your mixed dough directly onto it. Flour, roll and shape dough. Pick up the parchment paper with the dough on it and place on the cookie sheet. Brush with egg wash and bake. There was absolutely no mess at all! Enjoy.

[@nataliatchigrinova5609]

Thank you

[@glow8597]

For the 2nd tip, if your dough is not dry enough it will mess up your parchment paper

[@mommyriandbabyvi6883]

Just use cling wrap its easier to roll and flatten the dough. 😊

[@Starforme-xr6sb]

​lol@@glow8597

[@andrewvoya5234]

Hello Anna, My mum has the beginning of dementia, and once upon a time would make these virtually in her sleep.... but that was then. I care for mum now, and we made these biscotti as you so eloquently demonstrated. Mum wanted me to tell the nice lady on the computer “ thank you”. They are so beautiful to wake up to and provide a yummy smile in the morning.... We are a Greek family living in Australia since the late 50s. All the oldies find it difficult to bake these days so finding your biscotti recipe was priceless for me. Thank you Anna.

[@Allenmassageguy]

I like this lady a videos. She gets right to the point, explains why she does what she does, gives good tips and the video doesn’t drone on and on. Not too long. She puts out a lot of information I a short period of time ❤❤❤❤and I’ve tried her recipes. They are good!!!!!!

[@DanliciousFood]

I'm so envious of everyone who works in the studio and kitchen with Anna, they must be getting treats and eating a feast every day! Yum!!!

[@ericamassey1112]

I made this recipe this morning. I used maraschino cherries instead of cranberries. I drained them on a paper towel and cut them in smaller pieces. I don't have lemon zest so I just added a few drops of lemon juice instead. Other than that, I followed this recipe and they came out delicious with the perfect texture! Thanks for sharing!

[@pip371]

This is the best biscotti recipe ever! I’ve been making this for years now and my family loves it! Thank you.

[@MrTiggerr84]

Anna is so good at instructing everything she does look super easy!

[@irenafidalgo7298]

I make this Biscotti all the time since finding your recipe! It's one of my husbands favorites. Thank you for your simple and understandable way of teaching.

[@aprilhaintz1071]

I’ve made these four times now! Always a hit! So easy and delicious! Thank you!

[@sharakirkby2744]

These were the most delicious biscotti biscuits I’ve ever eaten. Absolutely amazing!

[@riachetty9134]

Just baked these biscottis and they turned out amazing! Completely addictive...😋

[@sharonviolino1723]

Just made these cookies and they are delicious. My grandmother would be proud. Plus the house smells so good I never want to leave❤️🙏🏻😋

[@maggie1711]

I was wanting to make some of these for my mom for Christmas. So this is perfect timing. Will definitely give this a try and the chocolate ones they would be perfect for stocking stuffers. Thanks!

[@flatdaddio]

I had no idea that they would not stale as quickly and last longer when twice baked. Learn something new every day.

[@usfrdz]

Hi Anna! Your recipe is amazing. So well explained! I love how you make baking so easy detailed and beautilful 💖

[@Carol-dw3iu]

I've wanted to "tackle" biscotti for the longest time and FINALLY did it today with this recipe. It was so easy and the result was not too shabby! Thanks for helping me to be confident Anna!!

[@marryrico7820]

Remove the salt she is adfing too much salt

[@itsmedebbieann]

This recipe is amazing, the best biscotti recipe I have found. Thanks Anna

[@isabellastellini9756]

I discovered your videos and just yesterday. Wow! Thank you so much for the wonderful way you explain recipes. Yesterday I baked your biscotti and they were loved by everyone. May God bless you for your efforts

[@kathykim9538]

Love this woman,love all of her recipes! ❤

[@HueTran-vk1re]

Thank you so much Anna Olson for sharing this recipe.

[@fauziashoaib8309]

I made these today... Totally loved it. Wow what a result. I am going to make it again and again.

[@ortensia1]

Apparently this is the best biscotti recipe I have seen so far. Delicious 😋

[@nitsom7209]

I enjoy your cooking style as it is not that complicated like some others and it makes me want to try to do it. Thanks a lot.

[@dianasim7578]

It is so nice to watch you baking, Anna.

[@valnicoson4835]

Made our first-ever homemade biscotti using this recipe (and another recipe too). Liked how this one came together better and used softened butter vs oil. It came out more cake-like but perhaps will be better once it finishes it's second bake.

[@rehanagoolam1893]

Thanks for sharing this lovely delicious recipe. Love from South Africa ❤️🇿🇦

[@silviabacca5900]

Made these , and they came out great! Thanks for the recipe

[@cindyrasley627]

Just discovered your channel ❤❤❤❤❤EXCELLENT PRESENTATION! Will make these for sure ! Thank you !😀

[@melodymood1]

Superb recipe and even better instructions. Thank you!

[@RevDiscarnateEntity]

i love your tidy kitchen and neat methodology. very inspiring ❤❤

[@annbray3917]

This is my favorite recipe. They are so delicious. Thankyou Anna

[@seastar3909]

Looks delicious Anna 🥰 Thank you. Wonderful cooking demonstrations always!

[@arrahvanessanavarro5844]

Ur my favorite when i was kid and i remembrt u watch your videos have a great day anna Olson

[@jassonjasson7418]

Fantastic recipe chef 👍👌😍. Thank you for your effort 🌞

[@ameliaferro220]

Ana, I just finished baking them and they are very delicious thank you!😊

[@sadiajunaid8008]

It's such a beauty to watch you cook and bake.🥰🥰

[@bethuelbissem3607]

Thank you for your amazing recipes. My family thanks you as well🙂

[@therealfirstone]

At last I'll be able to make my own biscotti. Excellent video, easy to understand and follow. Thanks for sharing.

[@katesample523]

This makes biscotti look so easy! Thank you!

[@helenrecha9346]

A fantastic recipe👍👍😋😋thank you so much for sharing it🙏❤👋

[@pavzy]

Tried your biscotti recipe second time today and results were great 😊

[@cindypusloskie3657]

Great recipe! Made them this evening, very easy to make, tastes great.

[@o.b.6103]

I have made the Best biscotti with this technique and recipe! It is absolutely delicious. It is so easy to keep delicious biscotti in my house all the time. I love a big piece for my morning coffee!! When it is gone. I whip up some more!!💖💖💖

[@pinadiana7681]

Great biscotti recipe , a must try, simply delicious

[@ranjanachand9306]

Looks yummy and you make it sound easy and doable 😀. Definitely encouragement to try it

[@Hello-eo6sj]

I try your recipes today . It is amazing . Thank you very much . Love from Vietnam .

[@urlove1947able]

This is the second time I bake biscotti but this time was the best recipe with the best results. They were good....

[@Hafizahmeda]

Awesome. Thank you. Will try it tomorrow.

[@krisap1635]

Best recipe I have seen yet.

[@helenwong1214]

These cranberry almond biscotti are super fancy !!!

[@anaboczniewicz5451]

Anna this is the best recipe ever.I had few but Yours is the BEST.Tanks ❤

[@gunjanmalhotra6460]

I made them like this.. Came out so well.. Thank you ❤

[@antoniajagodic]

I adore almonds, this is perfect cookie for my taste 🥰

[@mendygirl4965]

Delicious! Totally easy to make!

[@MsGeeBee100]

Great Presentation! Clear instructions, very well done. Thank you so much. My favorite are Anisette biscotti :) Grazie

[@jenij6241]

Made these today. So delicious!

[@judichristopher4604]

Excellent Video... Love it. and I love your Dream Kitchen...

[@MeiMeicloset]

Just Follow the recipe made biscotti. It’s delightful. Thank you for sharing the recipe

[@bohorquezcristina]

Very easy! Thanks for sharing!

[@RichelleBeauty]

I never knew how easy it is to make biscottis! Hubby has been asking me to make some, so this recipe came just in time!

[@ebtisam4430]

this recipe is great I do it always thank you 🤩😋😍

[@janetlai5508]

Yummy recipe!! Thank you!!

[@staylor1244]

Best recipe and tutorial on the web

[@margothherrera1887]

Thanks she’d Ann for sharing your recipe the biscotti look great thanks 👍🤗🌹Margo

[@wkaylee730]

Made this today and it was well-received by my family. I used orange zest instead of lemon only because I didn't have any lemon at hand. I did reduce the sugar level to 140g, and it was yummy. Next time, I'll use less sugar as I still found it a little sweet.

[@STIRTASTEADJUSTwithRESA]

Thx for sharing and educating 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@NatureLove1973]

Amazing recipe I have tried it and it turns out excellent 👌🏻

[@AntonioVillamar]

Thank you Anna, looks like a straight forward recipe. Can't wait to try it. By the way, have any advice re savory biscotti? Much appreciated.

[@rosemarysmith2015]

Looks wonderful

[@temzenith]

Its amazing anna thank you ❤️😋

[@karlalaine6728]

This got me starving. Perfect

[@moridsalam4463]

Well done Anna we have the biscuit here in morocco Moroccan and Jewish moroccan have the same bisuits its real delicious with Moroccan tea

[@zenkakuji3776]

Amazing biscotti recipes. I have made the almond and craisin one using orange zest from clementines. That seems to provide more of a citrus kick! Additionally, I reduce the second baking time in half by putting the initially cut cookies on metal cooling racks that can be placed in the oven. By baking with both sides exposed, it saves some baking time when you are making multiple batches for the holidays. These cookies keep very well in tins and actually get tastier over time. 💚

[@christinarea8874]

Thank you. I didn't know we could put the cooling racks in the oven. Do u put them directly in or om a baking sheet?

[@nikithadr]

Hi Anna , I love how you bake you make it look so easy . I tried your creme caramel and it was perfect. Can I use olive oil instead of vegetables oil?

[@wardahawsawi]

Simple ingredients that make a perfect recipe👍

[@marilynjoseph1850]

Hi Anna, thank u for helping me make the best biscotti. U rock!!!!🎉❤😂

[@homemadedeliciouscuisines4647]

Incredible Anna it looks so delicious ✨😋💖💖

[@ellendelights]

Good Morning Anna, those Biscotti Cookies looks Amazingly Yummy!!! I love these Cookies, Phenomenal Recipe my Friend!!!

[@endership6270]

Perfect recipe. Recommend.

[@smsmr4503]

It is look yummy, I will try soooooon

[@EksteensRecipesTreats]

Love those biscuitti cookies, will try it 😋

[@Torfindra]

Those biscotti look amazing, thank you Anna! I will have to try making these soon. I look forward to more of your videos. 🙂

[@ravenfeathesDVM]

Excellent recipe. Just like I remember back in Italy.

[@swanma2200]

Anna, thank you so much for upload this recipe. Finally ... i did it‼️‼️‼️ 🎉🍻💃🏻 It's true : this biscotti, soooo addictive

[@leelongo3734]

Great, clear explanation.

[@demetcatmaz2699]

Just tried the recipe and l love it !! Süper easy, very delicious;))))

[@HomeCookingJourney]

Like 3! I've seen this biscotti in your cookbook and it's nice seeing you make it instead of just reading the steps, that really looks delicious! Well done, Anna! ❤️

[@aurelsheremetaj4183]

I tried your chocolate biscotti super good now time to make this biscotti

[@erikayo811]

Hi Anna, this is a great recipe. Should i use bottom and top heat with deck oven? Or just bottom heat? Thank u 😘

[@ernieheine1352]

I always make this for my husband, friend and all like it👍😊

[@irmaclark3533]

This looks so delicious :)

[@KarleneA380]

I was just looking at this recipe in your cookbook yesterday. I love biscotti!

[@paulasimson4939]

I've made this recipe several times and it's fantastic - you won't be disappointed!

[@DanieleTassoPastryChef]

why everyone call them biscotti? in italians, biscotti means cookies and this one in particular are cantucci... just a question eh not a polemic

[@inspiredarts6703]

I like your version better! Excited to try this out. Would the steps and measurements be the same if i used whole wheat flour? Thank you

[@farnazgbd3484]

Such a great recipe. They turned amazing. I was surprised that even I could do it🫤❤️

[@lynned5509]

I know this may sound odd but mine were crumbly and not crunchy. I will try again. I added mace to this and loved that background note.

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

Thank you Anna I don't have to buy them anymore thank you so much

[@mostlymozart6288]

great recipe. I switched it up and used pistachio / cranberry. Going to try dried cherries with almonds with you base recipe with a bit of almond extract and minus the nutmeg.

[@MrTiggerr84]

I made these several times before......I just changed it up a bit with Dutch cocoa powder- organic, chopped pecans, dried cherries and Ghirardelli chocolate chips.😋

[@AnjaliSingh-uq4th]

So yummy and tasty my family never let finishes this ❤

[@childofTheMostHigh4217]

Just made these today. I chose this recipe as a base recipe because it looked the most moist. I'm not a fan of super dried out dough when making biscotti. I made a few adjustments: I didn't have almond extract so I used vanilla. I added a tablespoon of flax seeds, just because I wanted to use them up. Also, I replaced 1/4 cup of regular flour with almond flour, and I used olive oil (not extra virgin) instead of vegetable oil. Finally I omitted the lemon zest, and I added the yolk of the egg used to brush on top, in the batter. They came out awesome. Thanks for this recipe ❤