Nutty Frutta Biscotti
Indulge in the irresistible combination of toasted nuts and tangy dried fruits with these delectable Italian biscotti. These twice-baked cookies are perfectly crunchy, making them the ideal accompaniment to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. Bursting with flavor, each bite is a delightful balance of nuttiness and fruity sweetness, creating a truly satisfying treat.
ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, pistachios, and walnuts), roughly chopped
- ½ cup dried fruits (such as cranberries, apricots, and cherries), diced
- ¼ cup white chocolate, melted (optional, for drizzling)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- 3.
In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 4.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then add the vanilla extract, mixing well.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6.
Stir in the chopped nuts and dried fruits, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the dough.
- 7.
Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a 12-inch-long log on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- 8.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the logs are golden brown and firm to the touch.
- 9.
Remove from the oven and let the logs cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet.
- 10.
Carefully transfer the logs to a cutting board and slice them diagonally into ¾ inch thick biscotti.
- 11.
Place the sliced cookies back on the baking sheet, cut side down, and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes.
- 12.
Allow the biscotti to cool completely on a wire rack.
- 13.
Optional: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled biscotti for an extra touch of sweetness.
- 14.
Enjoy these Nutty Frutta Biscotti with a fresh cup of coffee or tea!
