Desserts

Biscotti della Buca

These delicious Biscotti della Buca: are a regional recipe from Filippo Berio’s hometown of Lucca, Italy!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cooking Time: 35 mins
20 people

Used in this recipe

Ingredients

50g pine nuts
225g plain flour
50g raisins
50g caster sugar
1 1⁄2 tsp Italian baking powder
75ml (5 tbsp) Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
75ml (5 tbsp) Vin Santo or other dessert wine

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.
Lightly oil a large baking sheet.
Roughly grind the pine nuts in a food processor. Place in a large bowl with the flour, raisins, sugar and baking powder.
Mix the Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and wine together then pour into the dry ingredients. Mix to a firm dough.
Divide the mixture into about 20 walnut sized balls and place on the baking tray, a little bit apart.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden. Leave to cool on the baking sheet and store in an airtight container. Serve with Vin Santo.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a distinctive, rich and fruity flavour that beautifully complements fresh ingredients. Perfect for sauces, marinades, drizzling and dipping, it’s a versatile addition to everyday cooking.