Perfect Biscotti
While biscotti may fall under the category of cookies, their taste and texture are a far cry from the soft and chewy Christmas cookies typically baked. These treats are prepared by initially baking a sizable, flat log which is later sliced and baked again to achieve a delightful crispness and toasted perfection. Designed for dunking into coffee or any preferred hot beverage, they serve as an acceptable justification for indulging in cookies during breakfast, while also being cherished as delightful afternoon and post-dinner delicacies. Undeniably, biscotti can be relished at any time throughout the day.
Ingredients
- 1 c. almonds
- 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 c. granulated sugar
- 1/4 c. packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp. almond extract
- 1 c. chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Spread almonds on a small baking sheet and bake until toasted, 15 minutes. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
- Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, and almond extract until smooth. Pour egg mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in almonds.
- Divide dough in half and place on prepared pans. Pat each half into a long flat log. Bake until golden, 15 minutes. Cut each log on the bias into ½-inch thick pieces and place back on trays, cut side up. Bake 10 minutes more then flip each biscotti. Bake another 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool completely.
- Spread melted chocolate onto a plate and dip bottoms of biscotti in chocolate. Place on a cooling rack, chocolate side up and let harden.
Nutrition
Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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