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Crispy Cranberry Orange Biscotti Recipe with Toasted Almonds

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A crispy biscotti featuring zesty orange, tart cranberries, and warm toasted almonds, perfect for gifting or cozy mornings with coffee.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 tbsp (56g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • Zest of 1 large orange, finely grated
  • 3/4 cup (100g) dried cranberries, chopped if large
  • 3/4 cup (90g) toasted almonds, roughly chopped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Toast almonds on the baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs with melted butter, vanilla extract, and orange zest until combined.
  4. Slowly add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring gently until a sticky dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in dried cranberries and toasted almonds evenly.
  6. Divide dough in half and shape each half into a 12-inch long, 2-inch wide log on a floured surface or parchment. Flatten tops slightly.
  7. Place logs on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. Bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and firm.
  8. Cool logs for 10 minutes, then slice diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices using a serrated knife.
  9. Arrange slices cut-side down on baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping once halfway, until crisp and golden.
  10. Cool biscotti completely on a wire rack before storing or serving.

Notes

Toast almonds separately to unlock full flavor and crunch. Use a serrated knife for slicing to prevent crumbling. Chill dough for 15 minutes if too sticky. Double-bake is essential for crispness. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months. Reheat at 300°F for 5 minutes to refresh crunch.

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