Celebrate National Biscotti Day on September 29 – or enjoy a treat anytime – with these crunchy, delicious Pistachio Biscotti from Food Network. This easy recipe makes 24 cookies.
Start by toasting 1 1/2 cups of pistachios on a cookie sheet in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for about 10 minutes, then set aside. In a mixer, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until fluffy, then mix in 3 eggs, 1 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Add 3 1/2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Once the dough comes together, stir in the pistachios.
Divide the dough in half and shape into two 12-inch-long logs. Place them on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for about 35 minutes, until lightly browned. Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice each log diagonally into 12 1-inch-thick pieces. Return the slices to the cookie sheet and bake for 5 minutes per side to crisp. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.