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Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti

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🍫 These Double Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti bring a rich cocoa flavor combined with crunchy roasted nuts for an indulgent treat.
β˜• Perfectly crisp and twice-baked, they make an ideal companion to coffee or espresso, adding a satisfying texture and taste to your break.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 biscotti 1x

Ingredients

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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.

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Notes

🌰 Roast hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until golden to enhance flavor.
πŸ”ͺ Use a sharp serrated knife to slice logs gently, preventing squishing.
❄️ Cool biscotti logs for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing for best results.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking, Twice-baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscotti