Best 2 Cranberry Walnut Biscotti Recipes

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Cranberry walnut biscotti is a delectable, crunchy twice-baked Italian cookie often enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or tea. These delectable treats have a slightly sweet and tangy flavor, thanks to the combination of tart cranberries and crunchy walnuts. Additionally, biscotti can be easily stored, making them an ideal snack to keep on hand for unexpected guests or long road trips. With a variety of recipes available, it can be challenging to find the one that suits your taste. This article will provide you with a guide to help you find the best cranberry walnut biscotti recipe, considering factors such as texture, flavor, and ease of preparation.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-WALNUT BISCOTTI



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Cranberry-walnut biscotti is a great little addition to your morning coffee and always great around the holidays!

Provided by kfantozzi

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
½ cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat sugar, eggs, oil, extracts, and orange zest together in a large bowl.
  • Combine flour and baking powder; stir into egg mixture to form a stiff dough. Stir in cranberries and walnuts. Divide dough into 2 pieces. Form each piece into a roll the length of your cookie sheet. Use the parchment paper to help flatten the roll to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet to cool onto a wire rack until safe to handle, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slice rolls crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices back on the cookie sheet, cut-side up, and continue baking until lightly toasted, 5 to 7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 30.7 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

CRANBERRY WALNUT BISCOTTI



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A chocolate drizzle lends a little sweetness to biscotti loaded with walnuts and dried cranberries. Before your family has a chance to eat them all, wrap some up to give as gifts!-Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and vanilla; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and cranberries (dough will be sticky)., Divide dough in half. On a greased baking sheet, with lightly floured hands, shape each half into a 10x2-1/2-in. rectangle. Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. , Carefully remove to wire racks; cool 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 1-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over biscotti. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Make sure to chill the cranberry walnut biscotti dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the dough to hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • When slicing the chilled dough, use a sharp serrated knife to get clean, even cuts. A dull knife will tear the dough and make it difficult to get nice, even slices.
  • Bake the cranberry walnut biscotti until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside, but still slightly soft on the inside. Overbaking will make the biscotti dry and hard.
  • Let the cranberry walnut biscotti cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the biscotti to firm up.
  • Store the cranberry walnut biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. You can also freeze the biscotti for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Cranberry walnut biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are crispy, chewy, and packed with flavor. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of cranberry walnut biscotti that will be enjoyed by everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give cranberry walnut biscotti a try. You won't be disappointed!

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