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Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Biscotti Recipe

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Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Biscotti French Pressed Kitchen
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Description

Biscotti is a type of Italian cookie made with anise, nuts, and dried fruit. Chocolate chip hazelnut biscotti is a variation of the traditional recipe that replaces anise with chocolate chips and adds hazelnuts for a richer flavor. This delicious treat is perfect for dunking in coffee or tea. It can also be enjoyed as is or topped with a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent dessert. The best part is that it is easy to make and can be stored for weeks so you can enjoy it any time you want.

Ingredients

This recipe calls for the following ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup hazelnuts, chopped

Instructions

To make this delicious chocolate chip hazelnut biscotti, follow these steps:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking sheet with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and hazelnuts.
  6. Divide the dough into two equal pieces. On the prepared baking sheet, form the dough into two flat logs. The logs should be about 3-inches wide and 12-inches long.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the logs are golden brown and firm to the touch. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. Cut each log into 1-inch slices. Place the slices on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Equipment

The following equipment is needed to make this recipe:

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • Wire rack

Notes

Be sure to use semi-sweet chocolate chips in this recipe. If you prefer a darker chocolate flavor, you can substitute dark chocolate chips. If you do not have hazelnuts on hand, you can substitute with chopped almonds or walnuts. For a sweeter biscotti, you can add an additional 1/4 cup of sugar to the dough.

Nutrition

One biscotti contains approximately 130 calories, 6 grams of fat, 18 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of dietary fiber, and 2 grams of protein. This recipe makes approximately 24 biscotti.


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