Best 5 Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti Cookie Mix Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti Cookie Mix, a culinary masterpiece that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the nutty crunch of pistachios. This versatile mix offers two irresistible variations: classic biscotti and delectable biscotti bark. The classic biscotti recipe yields crunchy, twice-baked cookies perfect for dunking in your favorite beverage, while the biscotti bark variation creates a thin, crispy confection studded with cranberries and pistachios. Both variations promise a delightful treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY PISTACHIO BISCOTTI



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The red and green make a great Christmas cookie. Have used other nuts instead of pistachios with success. If your pistachios are salted, omit the 1/4 teaspoon salt from the recipe.

Provided by Gerry Meyer

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pistachio Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup light olive oil
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together oil and sugar until well blended. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts, then beat in the eggs. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder; gradually stir into egg mixture. Mix in cranberries and nuts by hand.
  • Divide dough in half. Form two logs (12x2 inches) on a cookie sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Dough may be sticky; wet hands with cool water to handle dough more easily.
  • Bake for 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until logs are light brown. Remove from oven, and set aside to cool for 10 minutes. Reduce oven heat to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Cut logs on diagonal into 3/4 inch thick slices. Lay on sides on parchment covered cookie sheet. Bake approximately 8 to 10 minutes, or until dry; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 55.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CRANBERRY-PISTACHIO BISCOTTI (COOKIE MIX)



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Make and share this Cranberry-Pistachio Biscotti (Cookie Mix) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 40 biscotti, 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (17 1/2 ounce) package betty crocker sugar cookie mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant pistachio pudding mix (4 serving size)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
2 eggs
1/2 cup dry-roasted salted pistachio nut, finely chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F
  • In large bowl, stir together cookie mix, pudding mix and flour.
  • Stir in melted butter and eggs until soft dough forms.
  • Stir in pistachios and cranberries.
  • Divide dough in half.
  • On each of 2 ungreased cookie sheets, shape half of dough into 15x2-inch log.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool on cookie sheets 20 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 250°F
  • Place logs on cutting board.
  • Cut crosswise into 3/4-inch slices.
  • Place slices cut sides down on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 40 minutes, turning once.
  • Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.
  • Cool 10 minutes.
  • With small, fine strainer, lightly sprinkle powdered sugar over tops of cookies.
  • Store loosely covered.

CRANBERRY PISTACHIO BISCOTTI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract, optional
2 eggs
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1 cup unsalted pistachios

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix together olive oil and sugar. Add vanilla and almond extract, if using, and eggs. Beat until well blended. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, salt, and baking powder. With the motor of an electric mixer running, slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the egg mixture. Fold in the cranberries and pistachios. The dough will be sticky. Wet hands and turn the dough out onto a work surface. Shape into 2 logs 2 by 12 by 1 1/2. Bake in the center of the oven for 35 minutes or until light brown. Remove from the oven, cool slightly, and cut the logs on the bias. Place the cookies on a baking sheet and bake in a 250-degree oven for 8 minutes on each side or until dry.

CRANBERRY BISCOTTI



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This cranberry biscotti is the perfect hostess gift for the holidays. Pack it into a festive Christmas tin and top with a pretty bow. —Darlene King, Regina, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup ground almonds
1 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until well-blended. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually stir into egg mixture. Stir in ground almonds and cranberries (mixture will be stiff)., Divide dough in half. Using lightly floured hands, shape each portion into a 9x3-in. rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, about 25 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 1/2-in. slices. Place on baking sheets, cut side down., Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes per side. Remove from pans to wire racks; cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY-ORANGE BISCOTTI



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Dried cranberries and orange peel partner in a classic twice-baked cookie made for dunking.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir together sugar, oil, orange peel, vanilla and eggs. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Place dough on lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth. On ungreased cookie sheet, shape half of dough at a time into 10x3-inch rectangle.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cookie sheet 15 minutes. Cut rectangle crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Turn slices cut sides down on cookie sheet.
  • Bake about 15 minutes longer, turning once, until crisp and light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your biscotti.
  • Measure your ingredients accurately. This is especially important for baking, as even a small difference in the amount of an ingredient can affect the outcome of the recipe.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the biscotti tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the biscotti hold their shape.
  • Bake the biscotti until they are golden brown and crisp. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the biscotti cool completely before slicing. This will help them stay intact.
  • Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Whether you're a fan of classic biscotti or looking for a new twist on this classic cookie, the recipes in this article have something for everyone. With a variety of flavors and textures to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect biscotti for your taste. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give one of these recipes a try!

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