Colorful Easter Biscotti Recipe
Category: Desserts
Servings: 18
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 180g |
| All-purpose flour | 360g |
| Sweetened condensed milk | 140g |
| Lemon zest | 1 |
| Salt | to taste |
| Powdered sugar | 150g |
| Egg whites | 30g |
| Water | 3 tbsp |
| Food coloring | 2g |
| Powdered sugar (for glaze) | 200g |
| Water (for glaze) | 3 tbsp |
| Food coloring (for glaze) | 2g |
Instructions:
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Making the Biscotti Dough
Begin by preparing the biscuit dough, starting with the shortcrust pastry (frolla). In a food processor, combine the flour and a pinch of salt. Add the sweetened condensed milk and mix everything together. Knead the dough with your hands until smooth and homogeneous.
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Rest the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This resting time helps the dough maintain its shape during baking. -
Shape the Biscotti
Once the dough has rested, take it out and roll it out with a rolling pin. Using your preferred cookie cutters, cut out shapes for your Easter-themed biscotti. Place the cut shapes onto a baking sheet and refrigerate again for another 30 minutes to preserve their shape while baking. -
Re-roll Leftover Dough
After the initial cut-out shapes, gather the leftover dough and form it into a ball. Let this ball rest in the fridge for 10 minutes. Once rested, roll it out and cut additional biscotti shapes using the cookie cutters. Chill them in the fridge for another 30 minutes. -
Baking the Biscotti
Preheat your convection oven to 170°C (340°F). Bake the biscotti for about 20 minutes or until they develop a lightly golden color. Once baked, place them on a wire rack to cool completely. -
Making the Sugar Glaze
In a mixing bowl, sift the powdered sugar. Boil some water in a small pan, then add it one tablespoon at a time to the powdered sugar while stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. The consistency of the glaze should be slightly thick but spreadable. If the glaze is too thin, add more powdered sugar; if too thick, add a few drops of water. -
Coloring the Glaze
Divide the prepared glaze into three bowls. Add a few drops of food coloring gel to each bowl, using a different color for each one. Mix well until the colors are even and vibrant. -
Making the Royal Icing
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg white and a few drops of lemon juice until stiff peaks form. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and continue mixing until you have a smooth, glossy roya
