Pin It Crisp, twice-baked Italian cookies packed with tart dried cranberries, crunchy pistachios, and sweet white chocolate, perfect for dipping in coffee or gifting. No dough chilling required for this easy recipe.
This recipe quickly became a favorite in my family, especially for holiday gifts and coffee time treats.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar: 2/3 cup (135 g)
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (115 g), melted and slightly cooled
- Eggs: 2 large
- Pure vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Shelled pistachios: 3/4 cup (100 g), roughly chopped
- Dried cranberries: 3/4 cup (90 g)
- White chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate: 3/4 cup (130 g), divided
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, whisk sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture stir until just combined (do not overmix).
- Step 5:
- Fold in pistachios, cranberries, and half of the white chocolate.
- Step 6:
- Divide dough in half On prepared baking sheet, shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2.5 inches wide Flatten tops slightly.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 25 28 minutes, until logs are golden and firm Remove from oven; let cool 10 minutes.
- Step 8:
- Using a serrated knife, slice logs diagonally into 3/4-inch thick pieces.
- Step 9:
- Arrange slices cut-side down on the baking sheet Bake for 8 10 minutes, flip, then bake another 6 8 minutes, until crisp and lightly golden.
- Step 10:
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 11:
- Melt remaining white chocolate and drizzle over cooled biscotti Let set before serving.
Pin It Baking this biscotti brings our family together, especially when sharing them with coffee in the morning.
Notes
For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon orange zest to the dough Swap pistachios for almonds or hazelnuts if desired Delicious dipped in coffee or tea
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Whisk, Spatula, Large baking sheet, Parchment paper, Serrated knife, Wire rack
Nutritional Information
Calories: 140, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 2 g per serving
Pin It Enjoy your biscotti with a good cup of coffee or tea for the perfect treat.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I achieve the perfect biscotti crispness?
Double baking is key. After shaping and baking the dough logs, slicing and baking the pieces again until golden ensures a crisp texture ideal for dipping.
- → Can I substitute pistachios with other nuts?
Yes, almonds or hazelnuts work well and offer unique flavors while maintaining the desired crunch.
- → Is there a way to add extra flavor to these cookies?
Adding 1/2 teaspoon of orange zest to the dough brightens the flavor profile without overpowering the mix.
- → How should these cookies be stored for freshness?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks to maintain crispness and flavor.
- → What baking tools are recommended for making these cookies?
Use mixing bowls, a whisk, spatula, large baking sheet with parchment, a serrated knife, and a wire rack for cooling.