Ingredients
1 β cups all-purpose flour
Β½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
ΒΎ teaspoon baking powder
Β½ teaspoon baking soda
ΒΌ teaspoon salt
ΒΎ cup dark brown sugar, packed
ΒΌ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
β cup unsalted butter, melted
ΒΎ cup whole roasted hazelnuts
5 oz dark chocolate, coarsely chopped for dipping
Gluten-free blend
Flaxseed meal mixed with water
Sugar substitutes for low-calorie
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350Β°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2-Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then sift in the cocoa powder and whisk to blend evenly.
3-Whisk wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, gradually adding the sugars until smooth and slightly lightened; stir in the vanilla extract and melted butter.
4-Combine wet and dry: Create a well in the dry ingredients, pour in the egg mixture, and stir gently until the flour is mostly absorbed.
5-Fold in additions: Fold in the roasted hazelnuts and coarsely chopped dark chocolate, using hands if necessary.
6-Shape dough: Divide the dough into two portions, shape each into a 10-inch log about 2 inches wide, and place them on the baking sheet.
7-First bake: Bake for 25 minutes until puffed, shiny, and slightly cracked. Allow to cool for 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 300Β°F.
8-Slice logs: Slice the logs diagonally into pieces about ΒΎ inch thick using a sharp serrated knife.
9-Second bake: Arrange the slices on the baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until dry and crisp. Let cool completely.
10-Dip in chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate and dip each biscotti halfway, then let it set on parchment paper.
Last Step:
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π° Roast hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until golden to enhance flavor.
πͺ Use a sharp serrated knife to slice logs gently, preventing squishing.
βοΈ Cool biscotti logs for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing for best results.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking, Twice-baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti
