Lactose-free cookies

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Lactose-free cookies
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  • Lactose Free
  • Vegetarian
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Prep time: 10 min
  • Cook time: 20 min
  • Makes: 34 pieces
  • Cost: Low
  • Note + 1 h of resting in the fridge

PRESENTATION

Lactose-free biscotti really make mornings a whole lot friendlier for folks who can’t handle dairy. I mean, who doesn't want something crunchy and a bit sweet with their coffee or tea? In Italy, these classic twice-baked cookies are a breakfast must. And look, with all the new lactose-free options in stores, it’s super easy to swap in ingredients that work for everyone.

The switch from regular milk or butter to lactose-free versions doesn’t mess with the taste or the golden color at all—you still get those same lactose-free biscotti that look and smell just right. Seriously good. Folks with food allergies or intolerances can finally enjoy a morning treat without worry, and to be honest, nobody’s missing out on the tender crunch these cookies give you.

Plus, using local nuts like almonds or hazelnuts gives a nice Italian touch. Which is great. It makes these dairy-free biscotti feel just as homey and familiar as any batch you’d find in a café in Tuscany or Piedmont. Non-dairy biscotti are not just for breakfast—they’re perfect whenever you want a little pick-me-up. Many people love to give them as gifts or keep a jar on the table for a quick snack.

With so many different lactose-free cookie recipes out there, it’s simple to add in your favorite extras. You know, from dried fruit to a bit of dark chocolate, all without worrying about dairy. These treats go great with a hot drink and even make a nice finish to a meal if you feel like dipping something crispy into your espresso.

Families with dietary needs don’t have to settle for less anymore; everyone gets the comfort of a homemade Italian snack. For real. Whether you’re trying out dairy-free Italian cookies for the first time or making a batch for friends who need non-dairy, you’ll notice how these biscotti are moist enough to dunk but still hold their shape—just like the originals. It’s all about making classics easy for everybody to share and enjoy, no matter their diet. So here's the thing, these cookies really bring a taste of Italy to everyone’s table, ensuring no one misses out on the joy of a good biscotto.

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INGREDIENTS
Ingredients for 34 cookies
Coconut butter ¼ cup (60 g)
Eggs 2.1 oz (60 g) - ( about 1)
Type 00 flour 1.6 cups (200 g)
Sugar ½ cup (100 g)
Baking powder 1 ¼ tsp (6 g)
Lemon peel 1
Preparation

How to prepare Lactose-free cookies

To make lactose-free cookies, pour the coconut butter into a small saucepan 1 and melt it over low heat 2. In a bowl, pour the flour and sugar 3.

Add the egg 4 and the baking powder 5, then gradually pour in the cooled coconut butter 6 while stirring with a fork.

Gather all the ingredients with the fork 7, flavor with lemon zest 8, then continue kneading by hand until a compact dough forms. Wrap the dough with plastic wrap 9 and let it firm up in the fridge for an hour.

After the resting time, retrieve the dough and roll it out with a rolling pin on a slightly floured surface 10, it should reach a thickness of about a quarter-inch. Now cut out the cookies with a 1.75-inch cookie cutter 11, then make a hole in each cookie using a piping tip with a diameter of 0.5 inch 12.

As you shape the cookies, place them on a tray lined with parchment paper 13. With these quantities, including re-rolling scraps, you will get about 34 pieces. Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes. Once baked, take the lactose-free cookies out of the oven 14, let them cool 15, and then store them in a tin box until consumption.

Storage

Lactose-free cookies can be stored in a tin box for up to a week.

The raw dough can be frozen for about 1 month.

Tip

To enrich your lactose-free cookies, you can add chocolate chips to the dough (always ensuring the product is lactose-free) or garnish the surface of the cookies with shredded coconut before baking!

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