Cantucci with Almonds and Candied Fruits

Ingredients

• Egg white 2 pieces
• Sugar 5 oz
• Citrus Zest Mix 1 piece
• Butter 0 oz
• Wheat Flour 10 oz
• Baking Powder 0 oz
• Whole egg 1 piece
• Cognac 4 tablespoons
• Chopped almonds 0 oz
• Raisins 0 oz
• Dried ground orange peel 0 oz

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Beat the eggs with sugar.

Step 2

Add the lemon zest.

Step 3

Pour the cognac into the egg mixture.

Step 4

Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl.

Step 5

Add the softened butter to the dough and knead until smooth. The dough should not be too sticky. If needed, add a little more flour.

Step 6

Add the raisins.

Step 7

Chop the almonds with a knife and add them to the dough.

Step 8

Cut the candied fruits into small pieces and add them to the bowl.

Step 9

Knead the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 11

Divide the dough into four equal parts, roll out four logs about 3 cm wide and 1–2 cm thick, and place them on the parchment.

Step 12

Brush the dough with egg yolk to brown during baking.

Step 13

Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 390°F and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 14

Let cool slightly, but while the dough is still warm, cut into 1 cm wide pieces.

Step 15

Arrange on the baking sheet and dry in the oven for another 10–15 minutes.