Cantuccini sind ein klassisches italienisches Mandelgebäck, das nun in zwei Varianten in Sallys Welt zu finden ist. Diese knusprigen, biscotti-ähnlichen Kekse sind perfekt für den Nachmittagskaffee oder als kleiner Snack zwischendurch. Ob mit Mandeln oder Schokolade, Sally zeigt, wie einfach es ist, das traditionelle Gebäck zu Hause selbst zu machen.

Cantuccini - italienisches Mandelgebäck / 2 Variationen / Sallys Welt

In this video, Sally introduces an Italian Christmas recipe for Cantuccini, a type of biscuit that is hard and crispy, similar to biscotti. Sally mentions that Cantuccini is a traditional Italian food that is served year-round, originating from the Italian province of Prato.

Sally explains that she likes this recipe because it is not too sweet and pairs perfectly with a cup of espresso or tea. In addition, the sugar content of the recipe is just right for her taste, providing a hint of sweetness. Sally prepares the recipe using classic ingredients such as almonds and other optional ingredients like cocoa powder, pistachios, or liquor.

To begin, Sally combines flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, butter, and eggs in a stand mixer. Next, she suggests adding 2 tablespoons of an optional liquid such as amaretto, coffee liqueur, or milk to the dough. She also adds a few tablespoons of lemon zest to this dough. After that, she divides the dough equally into two bowls and customizes them individually.

For the classic version, Sally adds chopped and whole almonds. For the darker version, she opts for mixing the dough with espresso and cocoa powder while adding pistachios instead of almonds. Once the dough is mixed and rolled, Sally bakes the rolls in the oven for 11-13 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius.

After the initial bake, she takes the rolls out of the oven and cuts them into diagonal pieces about 1 cm thick. The biscotti pieces go back into the oven for another 9-10 minutes until lightly browned. Once done, Sally lets them cool and then packs them in clean containers.

Sally admits to making these biscuits throughout the year and keeping them in jars for a quick snack or to enjoy with coffee or tea. She mentions that the biscotti can be customized with other flavors such as cinnamon or spices. She also suggests that they make a lovely gift for family or friends.

Sally ends the video by inviting her viewers to check out her blog for a written version of the recipe. She also informs her viewers that pistachios are on sale at her local store. Overall, her enthusiasm for this traditional Italian recipe makes for a delightful and instructional video that viewers can follow easily.
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