Biscotti, known also as cantucci, are Italian almond biscuits that originated in the Tuscan city of Prato. They are twice-baked, oblong-shaped, dry, crunchy, and best served in a hot cup of coffee.
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Hazelnut biscotti
These crunchy Italian biscuits are irresistible with a cup of strong espresso.
Sugar-free biscotti with dried fruit
Perfect with a cuppa. Packed with dried fruit and no added sugar, you can have your treat and eat it too!
Choc-cherry and hazelnut biscotti trifle
You can improvise with the ingredients in this trifle. Try sponge finger biscuits instead of biscotti, raspberries in place of cherries and a nut-flavoured liqueur as a substitute for the marsala. Biscotti is available at selected delicatessens, specialty food stores and online. Note
Apple, cranberry and white chocolate biscotti
Biscotti will keep in an airtight container for at least a month. Note
Orange coconut and almond biscotti
You cannot beat one of these classic Italian cookies served alongside a cup of coffee.
Spiced ginger & orange biscotti
This delightful spiced ginger and orange biscotti gives a lovely Christmassy twist to this favourite Italian biscuit.
Coffee and hazelnut biscotti
Ahh, biscotti. It’s really a biscuit for grown ups. We’ve given it a little facelift here, and added some coffee flavour and toasted hazelnuts; hide from the kids and enjoy with your afternoon cuppa.
Chocolate and fig biscotti
These crunchy Italian biscuits go wonderfully with hot espresso coffee.
Apricot and pine nut biscotti
Originating in Italy, biscotti is a traditional biscuit that is mostly enjoyed with a strong coffee. A batch of these twice-baked goodies wrapped in coloured paper makes a thoughtful and delicious gift.
Pistachio and cranberry biscotti
Red and green for a little bit Christmasy!
Chai latte biscotti
Hipster meets old-school Italian in this chai latte biscotti, and the results are in. They’re delicious! Whip them up for an afternoon tea gathering with friends, or wrap them for a thoughtful gift.
Choc nut biscotti
Biscotti can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks. Note
Stained glass biscotti
As pretty as they are delicious!
Citrus coconut biscotti
These zesty, twice-baked biscotti make the perfect tea time treat.
Jaffa biscotti
These delightful jaffa biscotti biscuits are perfect for morning or afternoon tea- a sweet treat to enjoy any day of the week.
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