Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Toast the almonds in the oven for about 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let them cool, then roughly chop them.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest together.

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Fold in the chopped almonds until evenly distributed.

Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide.

Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes.

Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into 1-inch wide slices. Place the slices back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the Cantuccini are golden and crisp.

Let them cool completely before serving.

Enjoy!