Description
Indulgent Extra Large Chocolate Chip Nutella Biscotti combines classic Italian crunch with rich chocolate and hazelnut spreads. Crisp edges and satisfying texture invite you to savor each delectable bite alongside your morning espresso or evening dessert.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Dry Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Thoroughly mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel, creating a uniform dry foundation for the biscotti.
- Cream butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency, developing a smooth texture through consistent beating.
- Integrate eggs individually, ensuring complete absorption after each addition, then introduce vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a tender crumb, then incorporate chocolate chips and hazelnuts throughout the dough.
- Dust a work surface with flour and carefully shape the dough into two elongated logs, approximately 12 inches long and 3 inches wide, positioning them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast the logs in a preheated oven until they achieve a golden-brown exterior, allowing them to rest and slightly firm up after initial baking.
- Reduce oven temperature and slice the cooled logs diagonally using a serrated knife, creating distinctive biscotti shapes.
- Arrange slices cut-side down and generously spread Nutella across each piece, then return to the oven to crisp and develop a rich, toasted texture.
- Transfer biscotti to a cooling rack, allowing them to completely set and develop their signature crunch, while the intoxicating aroma fills the kitchen.
Notes
- Swap flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same delightful texture and taste.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie version without compromising the rich flavor.
- Toast hazelnuts beforehand to enhance their nutty aroma and create a deeper, more complex taste profile in the biscotti.
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate over cooled biscotti for an extra layer of indulgence and a professional bakery-style finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg