Spiced Nougat Biscotti
10 servings
60 minutes
Spiced biscotti with nougat is an exquisite Italian cookie with a crunchy texture and rich aroma of spices. Biscotti, whose name comes from the Latin 'biscottus' meaning twice-baked, is traditionally made in two stages, giving it crispness and a long shelf life. The nougat added to the dough brings a delicate sweetness and nutty undertone, creating a unique flavor combination. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger envelop the baked goods in a warm spicy aroma that pairs perfectly with coffee or dessert wine. This cookie will be a wonderful addition to cozy evenings and provide an atmosphere of Mediterranean delight.
1
Mix sugar, egg, and melted margarine in a bowl, and blend until smooth with a mixer.
- Sugar: 150 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Margarine: 200 g
2
Add the sifted flour with baking powder and spices to the obtained mass.
- Wheat flour: 300 g
- Baking powder (raising agent): 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: to taste
- Ground nutmeg: to taste
- Ground ginger: to taste
3
Knead the dough until it is soft but not sticky to the hands.
4
Cut the nougat candies into small pieces, mix them into the dough, divide it into 2 equal parts, and shape into 'logs' about 5 cm in diameter.
- Nougat: 100 g
5
Place on oiled parchment 10 cm apart and put in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
6
Remove from the oven and cut into pieces 1.5–2 cm wide, then return to the oven for 10 minutes to form a golden crust.