Sweets / RICETTI
Maltese almond rusks
Almond-studded slices baked twice until crisp.
◷ 100 min / 24 servings
Method
- Beat eggs and sugar for 2 minutes. Add butter, zest and vanilla.
- Fold in flour, baking powder and almonds. Shape two low loaves on a lined tray.
- Bake 25–30 minutes at 180°C, or 160°C fan. Cool 15 minutes and cut into diagonal 1 cm slices.
- Return slices to the tray and bake 20–25 minutes at 140°C, or 120°C fan, turning once. Cool completely.
✳ From the kitchen
Whole almonds distinguish these from anise buskuttelli.
Tradition reference
Sweet Maltese Moments · Traditional baking book discussion ↗Reference for the dish tradition. This recipe is an original home-kitchen adaptation; family versions vary. Not professionally kitchen-tested.