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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add 2 large eggs and 1 tsp of vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Shape the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a log approximately 12 inches long and 2 inches wide.
- 4
First Bake
Place the log on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 5
Cool and Slice
Remove the log from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Once cooled, slice it into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
- 6
Second Bake
Arrange the slices on the baking sheet and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the rusks are crisp and golden.
- 7
Cool and Store
Let the biscottate rusks cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.