Print this recipe here: https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/almond-anise-paximadakia-biscotti/4 ounces unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar (plus more for garnish)3 eggs, at room temperature1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1 teaspoon pure almond extract1/4 teaspoon salt3 cups (450 grams) all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup toasted coarsely ground almonds1-2 tablespoons anise seedsPreheat the oven to 350 F, 180 C.Beat the butter with the sugar, salt, almond and vanilla extracts. Beat over medium-high speed until fluffy.Combine the flour, baking powder, nuts, and anise seeds in a large bowl and mix together.Add the eggs to the mixer one at a time and beat until combined and fluffy.Add the flour mixture slowly until incorporated and a dough is formed.Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and form them into logs (about 1/2 inch thick).Transfer the logs onto a half sheet baking (13 by 18 inch) tray that has been lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the tops of the logs with granulated sugar and lightly press the sugar into them.Bake on the center rack for about 25 minutes until pale golden and the center of the loaves is firm.Set them aside to cool.Slice the loaves into about 1/2-inch thick slices cut on the diagonal.Place the slices onto the baking tray and bake (325F) for about 15 minutes.Cool completely and store the cookies in an airtight container. Serve with Greek coffee and enjoy!Music Used:Greek Sun Time (With Intro)ITEM ID: 66582698By: tonyanthonyIts All GreekITEM ID: 84456733By: LowNotesOfficial Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dimitrasdishesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dimitras.dishes/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/dimitrasdis0637/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DimitrasDishesHere are links to some of my favorite cooking tools. The links take you to Amazon where I'm proud to be an affiliate partner :)My cutting board: http://amzn.to/2e2p8EDKitchen Aid Mixer: http://amzn.to/2dQXU0bFood Processor: http://amzn.to/2eXcvZdMicroplane: http://amzn.to/2eL2vToMadeleine Pan: http://amzn.to/2dQU1smCheesecake Pan: http://amzn.to/2eXaGeQVitamix Blender: http://amzn.to/2eXcvbHNonstick pan: http://amzn.to/2eL804tCast iron pan: http://amzn.to/2dQYfjsPastry Bag: http://amzn.to/2e2v0xDHalf sheet baking pans: http://amzn.to/2fcv7cDThanks for watching! I'd love to see your recreations of these dishes so please share pics with me on social media :)Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and spread the word so that we can make the world more delicious!