Low Sodium Biscotti Brutti e Buoni
Indulge in the rustic charm of Low Sodium Biscotti Brutti e Buoni, a delightful Italian treat that translates to "Ugly but Good." This lighter twist on the classic recipe features a medley of toasted hazelnuts and almonds, fluffy meringue made from egg whites, and subtle hints of vanilla and lemon zest for a balanced flavor profile. These gluten-free cookies are naturally low in sodium, making them a heart-healthy choice without compromising on crunch or sweetness. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these golden-baked goodies are ready to impress as a sophisticated snack or a perfect pairing for coffee or tea. Their irregular shape adds to their authentic, homemade appeal—proving that beauty is in the delicious taste. Store them in an airtight container and savor their satisfying crunch for days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Hazelnuts
- 100 grams Almonds
- 4 large Egg whites
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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.
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.
Fold in the vanilla extract and lemon zest gently into the egg white mixture with a rubber spatula.
Add the toasted hazelnuts and almonds to the meringue, folding them in until fully combined.
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.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the cookies are faintly golden and firm to the touch.
Let them cool completely on a wire rack. The cookies will crisp up further as they cool.
Store in an airtight container to maintain their crunch. Enjoy these delightful treats with your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.0 g | ||
| Protein | 62.7 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 568 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
