Description
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti are crunchy, golden-brown treats that combine the tartness of cranberries with the rich flavor of pistachios. Perfect for dunking into coffee or enjoying as a snack, these biscotti evoke nostalgia and warmth, making them an ideal addition to any festive gathering or a delightful everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract, cranberries, and pistachios until evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough into two logs (about 10 inches long) on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly then slice diagonally; return slices to the baking sheet cut-side down and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, toast the pistachios before mixing them in. Feel free to substitute almonds for pistachios or add orange zest for a citrusy twist. Store biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze tightly wrapped for later use.