Lemon Poppy Seed Biscotti

Extremely low fat and tasty biscotti cookies. Perfect for dipping in hot coffee or tea.

• Calories: 60 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• ¾ cup white sugar
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 egg whites
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract
• 3 tablespoons poppy seeds
• ½ cup finely ground almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Combine the flour, sugar, ground almonds, baking powder and baking soda.

Step 3

Combine the lemon peel, poppy seeds, egg, egg whites and lemon extract. Add the dry mixture and mix well. Form the dough into 2 logs.

Step 4

Place logs onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. Let cool slightly and cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices. Bake slices another 8 to 10 minutes until dry. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.