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Candied Cherry Biscotti Recipe


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  • Author: Michelle Keith
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20-24 cookies 1x

Description

Biscotti, with its crisp and slightly sweet flavor, is a perfect complement to coffee. The combination is a classic pairing for a reason.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup candied cherries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Add Eggs and Flavor:

Beat in the eggs, egg yolks, and almond extract into the flour mixture. Continue to mix until a sticky dough forms.

Knead in Cherries and Almonds:

Lightly flour a clean surface and turn out the dough onto it. Gently knead in the chopped candied cherries and sliced almonds until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Shape and Bake:

Shape the dough into a log and place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Cool and Slice:

After the initial baking, remove the log from the oven and allow it to cool. Once cooled, reduce the oven temperature to 250°F (120°C). Slice the log into individual biscotti.

Bake Again:

Place the sliced biscotti, cut side up, onto the baking sheet and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Then, flip them over and bake for another 20 minutes.

Cool and Serve:

Remove the biscotti from the oven and allow them to cool completely before serving. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.

Notes

  • Biscotti are traditionally double-baked to achieve their characteristic crunch. The first bake is to cook the dough, and the second bake is to dry out and crisp up the slices.
  • The cherries and almonds can be adjusted to your preference. Feel free to add more or less of each ingredient, depending on your taste.
  • Store the biscotti in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy. They can be stored for up to two weeks.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 65 mins
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
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