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Lemon Pistachio Biscotti (Spring Version)

Delicious Lemon Pistachio Biscotti Recipe for Spring Baking

This Lemon Pistachio Biscotti (Spring Version) recipe combines bright lemon flavor with crunchy pistachios for a delightful spring treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup pistachios shelled and chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • mixer
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
  6. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
  7. Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a log on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, then slice the logs into biscotti pieces.
  10. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to crisp up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your biscotti by swapping in different nuts or adding spices for extra flavor.

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