Best 7 Cranberry Almond Biscotti Lightdiabetic Version Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful treat that caters to your health-conscious cravings with our light and diabetic-friendly Cranberry Almond Biscotti recipe. This delectable biscotti offers a guilt-free indulgence, crafted with wholesome ingredients that won't compromise your dietary goals. Featuring a symphony of tart cranberries, nutty almonds, and a touch of sweetness, these crispy cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without sacrificing your well-being. Along with the classic Cranberry Almond Biscotti, we also present two additional variations to tantalize your taste buds: Orange Almond Biscotti and Chocolate Cherry Biscotti. Each recipe is meticulously designed to provide a delightful balance of flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits, ensuring a delightful experience for every bite. Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the world of healthy and delectable biscotti, leaving you feeling satisfied and energized.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY ALMOND BISCOTTI



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I modified a recipe to make this a darker biscotti. For a richer almond flavor, use almond extract instead of the vanilla.

Provided by KATHIANNE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 egg whites
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
¾ cup sliced almonds
1 cup sweetened-dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C).
  • Combine dry ingredients in a medium sized mixing bowl. Whisk together eggs, egg whites, and vanilla or almond extract in a separate mixing bowl.
  • Add egg mixture to dry ingredients, mixing just until moist, using an electric mixer on medium speed. Add dried cranberries and almonds; mix thoroughly.
  • On floured surface, divide batter in half and pat each half into a log approximately 14 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick. Place on a cookie sheet and bake 30 minutes or until firm. Cool on a wire rack about 10 minutes, or until cool enough to handle.
  • Cut biscotti on the diagonal into 1/2-inch slices. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Place cut biscotti upright on a cookie sheet, spacing them about an inch apart, and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Let cool and store in a loosely covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 24.8 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 91.6 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

ITALIAN CRANBERRY ALMOND BISCOTTI



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Italian Cranberry Almond Biscotti, a delicious crunchy Italian Cookie, filled with dried cranberries, Almonds and White Chocolate Chips.

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories     cookies     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup light olive oil or butter (melted & cooled)*
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups flour (all purpose)
1 pinch salt**
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup mini white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 300° (150C). Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together oil( or butter) and sugar until well combined. Add vanilla, then add the eggs and beat to combine.
  • In smaller bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder Stir gradually into egg mixture. Fold in the cranberries, nuts and chips. Dough will be heavy and sticky. Cover the bowl in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for approximately 20 - 30 minutes.
  • Move the dough to a lightly floured flat surface and shape into 3 or 4 logs (6 x 2 inches approximately). Place the logs on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until logs are light brown.
  • Remove the logs from the oven, and set aside to cool for approximately 10-15 minutes. Reduce the oven heat to 275°F (130C).
  • Cut the logs on the diagonal into 1/2- 3/4 inch slices. Lay slices cut side up back on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for approximately 8-10 minutes. Move the biscotti to a wire rack to cool and dry completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRANBERRY -ALMOND BISCOTTI LIGHT/DIABETIC VERSION



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This was developed from Mikekey's Recipe #257316 as I wanted to have a healthier version especially considering diabetes and fat.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 30 biscotti

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/3 cups flour
1 cup Splenda granular
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
100 g egg substitute (or 2 eggs_ )
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons fat-free evaporated milk (optional)
1 cup sliced almonds
2 cups fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325ºF.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Beat egg substitute, egg white, and vanilla in a separate bowl until frothy.
  • Add egg mixture to dry ingredients, mixing just until moist, using an electric mixer on medium speed (I used a whisk).
  • Add almonds and cranberries; mix thoroughly.
  • On a floured surface, divide batter in half, knead 4 times by folding over, and pat each half into a log about 14 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide.
  • If you find the mixture is too dry, add 2 tbs of fat free evaporated milk.
  • Place on a cookie sheet and bake in oven for 30 minutes.
  • Cool on wire rack.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300ºF.
  • Cut biscotti into 1/2 inch slices. Stand upright on cookie sheet and bake another 20 minutes.
  • Let cool and store in a loosely covered container.

CRANBERRY ALMOND BISCOTTI RECIPE



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This biscotti recipe is teeming with plump dried cranberries and crunchy almonds. Perfect dipped in hot coffee or tea during the holidays or year round!

Provided by Natalya Drozhzhin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup light olive oil
3/4 cup sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
2 eggs
1 3/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup craisins
1 1/2 cups almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the oil and sugar together. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts, followed by the eggs.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. In small portions, slowly mix the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
  • Using a spatula, mix in the cranberry and almonds.
  • On a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, form a log out of the biscotti dough. If the dough is on the stickier side, wet your hands with cool water for easier handling.
  • Bake the log for 35 minutes, or until it turns light brown. Remove the log from the oven and set it aside to cool for 30 minutes before you attempt to slice it. Reduce oven heat to 275°F.
  • Cut log diagonal into 3/4-inch thick slices. Lay each piece on its side on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for approximately 8-10 minutes. Pull the biscotti out of the oven and allow it to cool.
  • Serve the biscotti with coffee or tea. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 60 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRANBERRY-ALMOND BISCOTTI RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup (1-stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoons salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sliced almonds or pistachios
1/2 cup dried cranberries
12 ounces dark chocolate (for dipping)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a heavy large baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk flour, salt and baking powder in a medium bowl to blend. Using stand mixer (or a hand-held mixer), beat the sugar and butter until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs and continue to mix, then add the lemon and orange zest until blended. Add about 1/3 of the flour, on low speed. Add the nuts and cranberries and then add more of the dry ingredients, a little at a time. Form the dough into a long, wide log on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until light golden, about 40 minutes. Note: Because I prefer a chewier texture on the inside, I under-baked mine by about 5 minutes. Cool only until you can touch it. Place the log on the cutting board. Using a sharp, serrated knife, cut the log on a diagonal into 3/4-inch thick slices. Note: I found that cutting straight down, rather than sawing, made for less crumbs or broken slices. Arrange the biscotti, cut side down, on the baking sheet. Bake the biscotti until they are pale golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer the biscotti to a rack and cool completely. Note: I baked mine at 325°F and turned them over after 7 minutes. My biscotti turned the way I prefer them to be-lightly golden, lightly crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. If you prefer yours to be hard and crunchy, bake at 350°F. Dip in chocolate: Stir the chocolate in a bowl, set over a saucepan of simmering water, until the chocolate melts. To make tempered chocolate, chop about 2 cups of the chocolate into pieces (or chocolate chip Morsels) and place 3/4 of it in a small glass bowl in a microwave for 20 seconds exactly. Stir the chocolate and continue to microwave for 20 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until the chocolate is smooth and shiny. Add the remaining 1/4 of the chocolate and stir until smooth. The chocolate should register 87 to 89°F on a candy thermometer. (per Ina Garten). Submerge half of the biscotti (rather than one end, so you can get chocolate in each bite) into the melted chocolate. Gently shake off the excess chocolate. Place the biscotti on the baking sheet (chocolate side up) for the chocolate to set. Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm, about 35 minutes. Or, in our case, eat them immediately and enjoy! Note: Instead of zest, I used 1/2 teaspoon of Flor Di Sicilia, a few drops of pure orange oil (not extract) and lemon oil, purchased online at King Arthur Flour. Loved it!

CHOCOLATE, ALMOND, AND DRIED CRANBERRY BISCOTTI



Chocolate, Almond, and Dried Cranberry Biscotti image

Categories     Cookies     Mixer     Chocolate     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Cranberry     Almond     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup sliced almonds
8 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's), finely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Sift first 5 ingredients into large bowl. Whisk eggs and vanilla in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat eggs and melted butter into dry ingredients. Stir in cranberries and almonds.
  • Turn dough out onto floured surface. Using floured hands, divide dough into 3 equal pieces. Shape each into 8x2x3/4-inch log. Place 2 logs on 1 baking sheet, spacing evenly, and 1 log on second sheet.
  • Bake logs 12 minutes. Reverse position of baking sheets. Bake logs until firm and dry to touch, about 12 minutes longer. Remove from oven. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
  • Transfer logs to work surface. Using serrated knife, cut hot logs diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Place slices, cut side down, on same baking sheets. Bake biscotti until dry and slightly darker, about 10 minutes. Transfer to racks; cool.
  • If desired, stir white chocolate in bowl set over saucepan of barely simmering water until smooth. Remove from over water. Dip biscotti 1 at a time into chocolate, holding cookie at angle and coating 1 inch of each. Return to same baking sheets. Chill until chocolate is set, about 20 minutes. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Arrange between sheets of waxed paper in airtight containers; store at room temperature.)

CRANBERRY-ALMOND BISCOTTI



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Make and share this Cranberry-Almond Biscotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 1/2 dozen, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/3 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325ºF.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Beat eggs, egg whites, and vanilla in a separate bowl until frothy.
  • Add egg mixture to dry ingredients, mixing just until moist, using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  • Add almonds and cranberries; mix thoroughly.
  • On a floured surface, divide batter in half and pat each half into a log about 14 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide.
  • Place on a cookie sheet and bake in oven for 30 minutes.
  • Cool on wire rack.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300ºF.
  • Cut biscotti into 1/2 inch slices. Stand upright on cookie sheet and bake another 20 minutes.
  • Let cool and store in a loosely covered container.

Tips:

  • To make the biscotti even lighter, use low-fat or nonfat cream cheese instead of regular cream cheese.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the almonds and cranberries by hand.
  • Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the biscotti hold their shape.
  • When baking the biscotti, keep an eye on them so that they don't overcook. They should be golden brown and firm to the touch.
  • Once the biscotti are baked, let them cool completely before slicing them. This will help prevent them from crumbling.
  • Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These cranberry almond biscotti are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for diabetics. They are low in sugar and fat, and they are packed with fiber and antioxidants. The biscotti are also easy to make and can be stored for up to 2 weeks. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, try these cranberry almond biscotti. You won't be disappointed!

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