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Cantucci

Cantucci (Tuscan Almond Cookies)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 36 cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g flour
  • 200 g sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 100 g whole almonds lightly toasted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Vin Santo or another dessert wine
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking powder. Stir in the toasted almonds.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, Vin Santo, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  • On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough in half and shape each piece into a log that's about 30 cm (12 inches) long and 5 cm (2 inches) wide.
  • Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until the logs are golden and firm to the touch.
  • Remove the logs from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  • After they've cooled slightly, transfer the logs to a cutting board and slice them diagonally into 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) wide pieces using a sharp serrated knife.
  • Return the sliced cookies to the baking sheet, laying them cut side down. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cookies are crisp and golden.
  • Allow the Cantucci to cool completely on a wire rack.