How to make Biscotti

Equipment Needed for All Variations

Basic Biscotti Recipe

• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Knife
• Wire rack

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract

Preparation:

1. Preparation (15 minutes):
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   • In another bowl, beat the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
2. First Bake (25 minutes):
   • Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log about 10 inches long and 2 inches wide.
   • Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
   • Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
3. Second Bake (15 minutes):
   • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (165°C).
   • Cut the logs into 1/2-inch slices and place them cut side down on the baking sheet.
   • Bake for an additional 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the biscotti are dry and crisp.
4. Cooling (15 minutes):
   • Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Variations:

1. Almond Biscotti
   • Add 1 cup of chopped almonds to the basic dough.
2. Chocolate Chip Biscotti
   • Add 1 cup of mini chocolate chips to the basic dough.
3. Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti
   • Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries and 1/2 cup chopped pistachios to the basic dough.
4. Lemon Poppy Seed Biscotti
   • Add 1 tbsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp poppy seeds to the basic dough.
5. Orange Almond Biscotti
   • Add 1 tbsp orange zest and 1 cup chopped almonds to the basic dough.
6. Hazelnut Biscotti
   • Add 1 cup of chopped hazelnuts to the basic dough.
7. White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Biscotti
   • Add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts to the basic dough.
8. Mocha Biscotti
   • Add 2 tbsp instant coffee granules and 1/2 cup chocolate chips to the basic dough.
9. Pumpkin Spice Biscotti
   • Add 1/2 cup canned pumpkin, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, and reduce sugar to 3/4 cup.
10. Gingerbread Biscotti
    • Add 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground cloves to the basic dough.
11. Coconut Biscotti
    • Add 1 cup shredded coconut to the basic dough.
12. Cherry Almond Biscotti
    • Add 1/2 cup dried cherries and 1/2 cup chopped almonds to the basic dough.
13. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Biscotti
    • Add 1/2 cup peanut butter and 1/2 cup chocolate chips to the basic dough.
14. Maple Walnut Biscotti
    • Replace granulated sugar with 1 cup maple syrup and add 1 cup chopped walnuts to the basic dough.
15. Double Chocolate Biscotti
    • Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder and 1/2 cup chocolate chips to the basic dough.
16. Lavender Lemon Biscotti
    • Add 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender and 1 tbsp lemon zest to the basic dough.
17. Cardamom Pistachio Biscotti
    • Add 1 tsp ground cardamom and 1 cup chopped pistachios to the basic dough.
18. Blueberry Almond Biscotti
    • Add 1/2 cup dried blueberries and 1/2 cup chopped almonds to the basic dough.
19. Vanilla Bean Biscotti
    • Replace vanilla extract with the seeds from 1 vanilla bean.
20. Chai Spice Biscotti
    • Add 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cardamom, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and 1/4 tsp ground cloves to the basic dough.

Each variation follows the same basic steps as the basic biscotti recipe with the addition of specific ingredients. Adjust the total time slightly to accommodate the extra mixing time for added ingredients.

Enjoy baking and experimenting with all these ridiculously  delicious biscotti recipes!