Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and cherries with these decadent biscotti. Perfect for dipping into coffee or enjoying on their own, these crunchy treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in dried cherries and chocolate chips.
- Shape and Bake: Divide dough, shape into logs, bake, cool, slice, and bake again until crisp.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle cooled biscotti with melted white chocolate.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg