Chocolate Biscotti Recipe
This Chocolate Biscotti Recipe gives you crunchy, rich cookies perfect for dipping. You get a deep chocolate flavor with a crisp bite in every piece. It is simple to make and great for sharing with family or guests.
Equipment
- Baking tray
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Mixing Bowls
- Parchment Paper
- Knife for slicing
Ingredients
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with paper.
2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and butter until smooth.
4. Combine wet and dry mixtures to form a soft dough.
5. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts gently for even distribution.
6. Divide the dough into two logs and place them on the tray.
7. Flatten logs slightly and bake for 25 minutes until firm.
8. Cool slightly, then slice the logs into even biscotti pieces.
9. Arrange slices on a tray and bake again for 10–15 minutes until crisp.
10. Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep biscotti light and crisp.
- Use a sharp knife to cut neat slices without breaking.
- Bake twice to achieve the classic crunchy biscotti texture.
- Let biscotti cool fully before storing to keep them crisp.
- Add more chocolate chips if you want a richer taste.
- You can easily customize it with nuts, spices, or dried fruits.