Biscotti
Two biscotti served with a cup of fresh almonds | |
| Alternative names | Biscotto (Italian singular form) |
|---|---|
| Type | Biscuit |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Main ingredients | Flour, sugar, eggs, and almonds or pine nuts |
Biscotti are Italian almond biscuits originating in the city of Prato, Tuscany. They are twice-baked, oblong-shaped, dry, and crunchy. In Italy, they are known as cantucci, biscotti di Prato or biscotti etruschi and may be dipped in a drink, traditionally Vin Santo. Smaller biscotti may be known as biscottini or cantuccini. In Italian, the word biscotti (sg.: biscotto) encompasses all types of biscuits or cookies.