Gluten Free Almond Biscotti

Gluten Free Almond Biscotti

Classic Italian almond biscotti, or cantucci, are made gluten-free and vegan with almond flour. These crunchy, lightly sweet cookies are perfect for dipping in coffee or as a holiday gift.

25 servings
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour (2.25 cups), arrowroot starch (5 tbsp), baking powder (1 tbsp), salt (0.25 tsp), and sugar (0.5 cup).

  3. 3

    Add the replacer (2 egg), coconut oil (2 tbsp), and vanilla (1 tsp) to the dry mixture. Combine with a spatula or hands until a dough forms. If too dry, add a few drops of [water]. Fold in the almonds (0.67 cup).

  4. 4

    Form the dough into two 3-inch wide logs on the prepared cookie sheet. Leave a few inches between logs. Bake for minutes (30).

  5. 5

    Remove from oven and let rest for minutes (10). Reduce oven temperature to 275°F (135°C). Slice logs on the bias into 0.5-inch slices. Place on the cookie sheet and bake for another minutes (20). Let cool completely.

  6. 6

    (Optional) Melt the dark chocolate (1 cup) over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring frequently. Dip one side of the cooled biscotti into the melted chocolate and set on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper. Cool in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

150
kcal
3
Protein (g)
13
Carbs (g)
10
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugars 8 g

Micronutrients

iron
1mg
133% DV
sodium
43mg
47% DV
calcium
34mg
66% DV
potassium
143mg
76% DV
vitamin a
0mcg
vitamin c
0mg
vitamin k
0mcg
1% DV