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Cranberry Orange Biscotti

Cranberry Orange Biscotti: Crunchy Holiday Delight to Share

Cranberry Orange Biscotti are perfectly crunchy and tangy, making them an ideal holiday treat to share.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscotti Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Can be replaced with baking soda.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Kosher or sea salt works best.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can deepen the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest Lime or lemon zest are great substitutes.
  • 2 large eggs For an egg-free option, consider chia or flaxseed eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Almond extract is a lovely alternative.
For the Mix-ins
  • ½ cup toasted almonds Pecans or walnuts can be used.
  • ½ cup dried cranberries Substitute with apricots or raisins if desired.
For the White Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1 cup white chocolate Dark chocolate can be used for a less sweet option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add orange zest.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding in almonds and cranberries.
  6. Divide the dough and form into logs, then place on baking sheets.
  7. Bake logs for 30-35 minutes until golden brown, then let cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Slice the logs diagonally into ½-inch thick pieces and arrange cut-side down.
  9. Reduce oven temperature to 275°F (135°C) and bake slices for 30-40 minutes until crisp.
  10. Cool completely, then dip ends in melted white chocolate and let excess drip off.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

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