Low Sodium Biscotti Brutti e Buoni
Delightfully crisp yet naturally low in sodium, these Low Sodium Biscotti Brutti e Buoni are a guilt-free treat that perfectly balance flavor and texture. Made with roasted hazelnuts and almonds folded into a light, airy meringue flavored with vanilla and a hint of zesty lemon, these Italian cookies live up to their name, meaning "ugly but good." Perfect for health-conscious snackers, they deliver irresistible crunch without excess salt. Quick and easy to prepare, the recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and yields 24 bite-sized cookies, ideal for pairing with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk. Whether you’re following a low-sodium diet or simply craving a wholesome, nutty dessert, these biscotti are a must-try addition to your baking repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Hazelnuts
- 100 grams Almonds
- 4 large Egg whites
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Roughly chop the hazelnuts and almonds and spread them out on the lined baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Slowly add the granulated sugar while continuing to whisk until the mixture becomes glossy and forms stiff peaks.
Step 4
Fold in the vanilla extract and lemon zest gently into the egg white mixture with a rubber spatula.
Step 5
Add the toasted hazelnuts and almonds to the meringue, folding them in until fully combined.
Step 6
Use a tablespoon to drop portions of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a couple of inches between each. These cookies have an irregular shape, which gives them their name ('Ugly but Good'), so don't worry about making them perfect.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the cookies are faintly golden and firm to the touch.
Step 8
Let them cool completely on a wire rack. The cookies will crisp up further as they cool.
Step 9
Store in an airtight container to maintain their crunch. Enjoy these delightful treats with your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (588.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2543.1 |
| Total Fat 171.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 219.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 210.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 162.0g | |
| Protein 62.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 567.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 230.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories