Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fine cornmeal (fioretto) | 80g |
| All-purpose flour (type 0) | 160g |
| Butter | 80g |
| Sugar | 80g |
| Egg | 1 |
| Orange juice | 100g |
| Orange zest | 1 |
| Baking powder (for sweets) | 6g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Butter: Start by cutting the butter into small cubes and place it in a bowl. Allow it to soften at room temperature for about an hour.
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Mixing the Ingredients: Once the butter has softened, add the sugar to the bowl and stir to combine. Next, incorporate the zest of one orange for a fresh citrus aroma. Slowly add the all-purpose flour (type 0) and baking powder, mixing everything together.
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Achieving the Right Texture: Using a whisk, blend the ingredients thoroughly until you achieve a soft, uniform dough.
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Shape the Biscotti: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a 10mm star-shaped nozzle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and pipe the dough onto the sheet, forming the biscotti into either the classic “S” shape or small ring-shaped circles, depending on your preference.
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Baking the Biscotti: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) in static mode. Bake the biscotti for about 15 minutes, or until they turn golden and firm.
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Finishing Touches: Once baked, remove the biscotti from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet before serving.
Enjoy these delightful and fragrant Cornmeal Orange Biscotti as a perfect treat for any occasion, combining the subtle crunch of cornmeal with the refreshing zing of orange!
