What goes great with tea?

BISCOTTI!

I am recently obsessed with making and eating biscotti. I made dozens to give away for holiday gifts with my tea. (And kept a dozen or so to eat.) Biscotti is really great for holidays and any major event because its something you can make days or even a week in advance, store it, and still have a great tasting bake good!

Cinnamon Sugar Biscotti

Yields: approx 20

You will need:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

2/3 cup white sugar

6 tablespoons butter

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 egg, beaten

3 tablespoons white sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Sift together the flour, 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder and salt, set aside. In a medium bowl, cream together the 2/3 cup sugar and butter. Beat in 2 eggs and vanilla. Stir in the dry ingredients.
3. On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into two pieces. Roll each piece into a log about 9 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide. Place logs on the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly. Brush with the beaten egg.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden and firm to the touch. Cool for 15 minutes.
5. On a cutting board, slice each log into 1/2 inch slices, using a serrated knife. Place back on the baking sheet, cut side down, and sprinkle with a mixture of the remaining cinnamon and sugar. Return to the oven for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, until toasted. Cool on wire racks, and store in an airtight container.

Adapted from: Allrecipes.com