Cappuccino Biscotti
Description
These crisp, coffee-flavored biscotti are studded with toasted hazelnuts and semisweet chocolate chips. The dough is baked twice to achieve a hard, shelf-stable texture perfect for dipping in coffee or tea. A sophisticated dessert that balances rich espresso notes with warm spices and nutty crunch.Directions
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To toast and skin hazelnuts, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F (177°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until lightly colored and skins blistered.
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Wrap the nuts in a kitchen towel and let them steam for 1 minute.
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Rub the nuts in the towel to remove as much skin as possible and let them cool.
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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, blend the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the espresso, milk, egg yolk, and vanilla.
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Add the wet mixture to the flour mixture, beating until a dough is formed.
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Stir in the hazelnuts and chocolate chips.
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Turn out the dough onto a floured surface, knead it several times, and halve it.
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Working on a large buttered and floured baking sheet, use floured hands to form each piece of dough into a flattish log 12 inches long by 2 inches wide.
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Arrange the logs at least 3 inches apart on the sheet.
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Bake the logs in the middle of a preheated 350°F (177°C) oven for 35 minutes.
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Let them cool on the baking sheet on a rack for about 10 minutes.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (149°C).
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On a cutting board, cut the logs crosswise on the diagonal into 3/4-inch slices.
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Arrange the biscotti, cut sides down, on the baking sheet.
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Bake them for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they are pale golden.
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Transfer the biscotti to racks to cool and store them in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 115kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.6 gg8%
- Saturated Fat 1.2 gg6%
- Cholesterol 13 mgmg5%
- Sodium 254 mgmg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 15.3 gg6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4 gg2%
- Sugars 6.1 gg
- Protein 1.4 gg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
