Biscotti Brutti e Buoni

Discover the rustic charm of Biscotti Brutti e Buoni, a classic Italian cookie that translates to "Ugly but Good" – though their name hardly does justice to their delicious flavor! These light, airy cookies combine coarsely chopped whole almonds with a meringue base, delicately flavored with vanilla extract and a hint of lemon zest for a burst of brightness. Perfectly crisp on the outside and delightfully chewy on the inside, they strike the ideal balance of texture and sweetness. Made with just five simple ingredients, this naturally gluten-free treat comes together in under an hour, making it an effortless yet elegant addition to any dessert spread. Serve these traditional biscotti with a hot cup of espresso or tea for a truly authentic Italian experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 200 grams whole almonds
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 3 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place the almonds in a food processor and pulse until they are coarsely chopped. You want a mix of small pieces and some larger chunks for texture.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar while continuing to whisk until the mixture is glossy and holds stiff peaks.

Step 4

Gently fold in the vanilla extract and lemon zest, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped almonds until evenly distributed throughout the meringue mixture.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon, drop dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes. The cookies should be lightly golden and firm to the touch.

Step 8

Allow the biscotti to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Store in an airtight container once completely cool, and enjoy these delightful cookies with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	505.2 grams (505.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977

Total Fat 100.00g	128%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 167mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 247.10g	90%
Dietary Fiber 25.40g	91%
Total Sugars 209.80g
Protein 52.80g	106%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 555mg	43%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1605mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 47.1%