Craving a delightful and flavorful treat? Look no further than toasted coconut almond biscotti! This classic Italian cookie is renowned for its crisp texture, subtly sweet flavor, and irresistible combination of toasted coconut and nutty almonds. Whether you're seeking a satisfying snack, a delightful dessert, or a thoughtful gift for a loved one, toasted coconut almond biscotti is sure to impress. In this article, we'll guide you through the culinary journey of creating these delectable cookies, providing a step-by-step recipe and offering tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a delightful baking adventure that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more!
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CLASSIC BISCOTTI
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Time 3h
Yield Makes 65
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, anise seeds, salt, and nuts. Transfer to mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add eggs; beat until a stiff dough comes together, about 3 minutes.
- Divide dough in half. Form each half into a 12-inch log. (Dough may be sticky; dampen your hands for easier handling.) Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten so each log is 13 inches long, 2 1/4 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick.
- Brush logs with beaten egg and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Bake until firm and very pale golden, about 35 minutes. Let cool on pans on a wire rack, 40 minutes. Meanwhile, reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.
- Using a serrated knife with a sawing motion, cut logs into slices slightly thicker than 1/4 inch. Arrange, cut-side up, on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until dry to touch, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely on pans on racks, 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container up to 1 month.
CAKE MIX COCONUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Use a foolproof cake mix for an easy way to coffee-shop biscotti, the Italian twice-baked cookie.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick cookie sheet). In large bowl, mix cake mix, flour, oil and eggs with spoon until dough forms. Stir in coconut and almonds, using hands if necessary.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, shape dough into 15x4-inch rectangle, using greased hands. Bake 21 to 27 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet on cooling rack 15 minutes.
- Cut rectangle crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes longer or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool 5 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted. Drizzle chocolate over cookies, or dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Store covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
CHEF JOHN'S ALMOND BISCOTTI
My version is pretty straightforward--a classic Italian dipping cookie. But you can add hazelnuts, pistachios, and any type of dried fruit. Or dip them in dark chocolate.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 2h
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a mixing bowl.
- Place butter, 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, olive oil in a separate mixing bowl. Mix together thoroughly until mixture has a creamy texture. Add 1 egg; mix into butter/sugar mixture. Whisk in 2nd egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; whisk until smooth. Add flour mixture. Mix until flour is incorporated. Add whole almonds and chopped almonds; mix in evenly. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone mat.
- Divide dough in half. Place each half on a length of plastic wrap and shape into a log. Wrap with the plastic wrap and press into a shape about 3 or 4 inches wide and about 1/2 inch high. Transfer both pieces to prepared baking sheet leaving about 3 or 4 inches of space between them to allow for spreading.
- Bake in center of preheated oven until turning golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before slicing.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Cut each piece at a slight angle into 1/2- to 1 -inch thick slices with a serrated knife. Transfer pieces back to baking sheet in a single layer. Bake 12 minutes; remove from oven and flip pieces over. Return pan to oven and bake until biscotti are golden brown and crunchy, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer biscotti to a cooling rack; let cool to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 30.9 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 81.4 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
COCONUT BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees F. Spread 1 cup coconut flakes on a baking sheet and bake until toasted, about 3 minutes. Let cool completely. Transfer to a food processor; add the granulated sugar and pulse until finely ground. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk the coconut-sugar mixture, the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Melt the coconut oil in the microwave; add to the flour mixture along with the vanilla and 1/3 cup water and mix with a wooden spoon until a stiff dough forms. Stir in the macadamia nuts and the remaining 1/2 cup coconut flakes; gently knead until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into two 9-by-2-inch logs; place 1 log on each baking sheet. Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until the logs are firm and golden, about 25 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- Let the logs cool 10 minutes, then transfer to a cutting board; slice diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-inch-thick pieces. Arrange the slices cut-side down on the baking sheets. Bake, flipping halfway through, until just golden and the centers still have a little give, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheets. (The biscotti will crisp as they cool.)
- Whisk the confectioners' sugar, coconut cream and coconut extract until smooth. Dip the biscotti in the glaze; sprinkle with coarse sugar.
TOASTED HAZELNUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield about 30 biscotti
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a large sheet pan. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar together. Transfer 1/2 cup of the mixture to a food processor. Add the toasted almonds and grind until fine and powdery, about 45 seconds. Add to the dry ingredients. Add the chopped chocolate and whole hazelnuts and mix.
- Whisk the eggs, extracts, and almond liqueur together. Add to the dry ingredients and mix. The dough may seem dry, but it will come together as you work it. If the dough doesn't come together, add water. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 2 equal pieces. Wet your hands and roll each piece of dough into a flattened log about 10 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 1-inch high.
- Transfer the logs to the pan, leaving at least 3 inches between the logs (they will spread during baking). Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan after 15 minutes to ensure even baking.
- Let cool 30 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees. Carefully transfer the logs to a cutting board. Wipe off the sheet pan and grease it again.
- Using a serrated knife, cut the logs on the diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices, discarding the ends. Arrange the slices cut side up on the sheet pan. Bake until toasted, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven off, prop the oven door open, and let cool completely in the oven to set the chocolate. Store in an airtight container.
LIME COCONUT BISCOTTI
My family loves this recipe! It's great with that morning cup of coffee, delicious as an afternoon snack or after-dinner dessert. Citrusy and crunchy, not too sweet, it always hits the spot. -Diana Burrink, Crete, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 32 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat sugar and oil until blended. Beat in the eggs, lime juice and extracts. Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well (dough will be sticky). Stir in coconut and lime zest. , Divide dough in half. With lightly floured hands, shape each half into a 12x2-in. rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until set., Place pan on a wire rack. When cool enough to handle, transfer loaves to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COCONUT CHOCOLATE BISCOTTI
Biscotti, how I love them. These are a great choice for the holiday cookie trays or whenever you have the desire. They can include almonds if you like.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 24 biscotti
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on medium speed after each addition until incorporated.
- Mix in the vanilla and then the coconut until well combined.
- With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture and mix just until combined.
- The dough will be sticky.
- With the mixer still on low, mix in the chocolate chips (and almonds, if using) .
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a large cookie sheet with parchment.
- Divide the dough into equal halves and place on the cookie sheet.
- Working on the sheet, shape each half into a loaf about 10 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 3/4 inch high.
- Bake until the tops are browned, cracked, and crusty, and spring back slightly when gently pressed, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Cool about 30 minutes on the cookie sheet.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F.
- Transfer each loaf to a cutting board and with a sharp serrated bread knife, cut 1/2-inch slices crosswise on the diagonal.
- When slicing, hold the sides of the loaf near each cut to keep the slices neat.
- Put the slices cut side down on the cookie sheet and bake until the biscotti are dried and the cut surfaces are lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the cookie sheet to a rack and let the biscotti cool completely. The biscotti may give slightly when pressed but will harden as they cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.5, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 27.8, Sodium 62.1, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 11.5, Protein 2.1
HAZELNUT ALMOND BISCOTTI
Pour a cup of coffee and indulge! Crisp, crunchy biscotti cookies are perfect for dunking. Hazelnuts and almonds make my favorite version even better. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and extracts until well-blended. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; gradually stir into egg mixture. Stir in nuts (mixture will be stiff)., Divide dough in half. Using lightly floured hands, shape each portion into a 9x2-in. rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes., Cool on pans on wire racks until firm. Reduce oven setting to 325°. Transfer baked rectangles to a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut diagonally into 3/4-in. slices. Place on baking sheets, cut side down., Bake until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pans to wire racks; cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOASTED ALMOND BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet, place in the oven and toast for about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, sift the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder together and set aside.
- Beat the eggs lightly, just until they are blended in a mixing bowl with a whisk or in an electric mixer. Remove two tablespoons of the egg mixture to a small dish and set aside. Beat the sugar and almond extract into the remaining eggs until blended. Stir in the flour mixture to form a soft dough.
- When the almonds are toasted, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough in half and place one portion on well-floured work surface. With floured hands, pat into a six-inch square. Scatter half of almonds on dough and press them into surface. Roll dough into cylinder about 2 inches in diameter and 12 to 15 inches long. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Brush the tops of both cylinders with the reserved egg.
- Place in the oven and bake about 15 minutes, until golden and firm to the touch. Transfer to a cutting board and cut on an angle into slices one-half-inch thick. Return the slices to the baking sheet, standing them up, and return them to the oven. Bake another 20 minutes, until they are crisp and dry. Allow to cool completely before storing or serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 67, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 32 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOASTED COCONUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- *To toast coconut and almonds: Spread coconut and almonds in an ungreased shallow pan. Bake uncovered in 350° oven 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until coconut is golden brown. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. 1- Heat oven to 350°. Mix cake mix, oil and eggs in large bowl with spoon until dough forms (some dry mix will remain). Stir in coconut and almonds, using hands if necessary.2- Shape dough into 15 x 4-inch rectangle on cookie sheet with greased hands. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet on wire rack 15 minutes.3- Cut dough crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool 5 minutes remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.4- Heat chocolate chips and shortening in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted. Drizzle chocolate over cookies, or dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.High Altitude (3500 to 6500 feet): Increase second bake to 12 to 14 minutes. When toasting coconut and almonds, bake 7 to 10 minutes.1 Biscotti: Calories 170 (Calories from Fat 70) Fat 8g (Saturated 3g) Cholesterol 20mg Sodium 160mg Carbohydrate 23g (Dietary Fiber 1g) Protein 2g. % Daily Value: Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 4% Iron 4%.Betty's Tip: If using almonds that have been frozen, make sure they are room temperature before toasting so that the coconut and almonds toast evenly.From "Betty Crocker's Ultimate Cake Mix Cookbook." Text Copyright 2004 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect biscotti texture, bake them twice. The first bake creates a slightly soft center, while the second bake dries them out and gives them a crispy exterior.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- If you don't have coconut extract, you can use vanilla extract instead.
- If you want your biscotti to be more chewy, reduce the baking time by a few minutes.
- Store biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Toasted coconut almond biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their crispy exterior and chewy center, these biscotti are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give this recipe a try!
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