Best 4 Holiday Eggnog Biscotti Recipes
Indulge in the festive flavors of the holiday season with our delectable Eggnog Biscotti, a perfect treat to warm your heart and fill your home with the aroma of Christmas cheer. These delightful cookies, originating from the Italian culinary tradition, are twice-baked to achieve a delightful crunch and a satisfyingly firm texture. Immerse yourself in the rich, creamy flavor of homemade eggnog, perfectly balanced with the warmth of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Our collection of recipes offers variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options, ensuring everyone can savor the holiday spirit. Whether you prefer classic biscotti, a touch of chocolate indulgence, or a hint of citrusy zest, our recipes have something for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked biscotti, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a special holiday treat.
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EGGNOG BISCOTTI
You may substitute additional eggnog if rum isn't your thing. For a variation, try using one of the flavored eggnogs available around the holidays. -Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Beat butter and sugar until blended. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in eggnog and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg and salt; gradually beat into butter mixture (dough will be sticky)., Divide dough in half. On a greased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 12x3-in. rectangle. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 16-19 minutes. Reduce oven setting to 300°. Remove rectangles from pans to wire racks; cool 10 minutes. , Place rectangles on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, trim ends of rectangles and cut diagonally into 1/2-in. slices. Return to baking sheets, cut side down. Bake until firm, about 10 minutes per side. Remove from pans to wire racks; cool completely. , Mix glaze ingredients. Drizzle over biscotti with a spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOLIDAY BISCOTTI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 2 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line a heavy large baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk the flour and baking powder in a medium bowl to blend. Using an electric mixer, beat the sugar, butter, lemon zest, and salt in a large bowl to blend. Beat in the eggs 1 at a time. Add the flour mixture and beat just until blended. Stir in the pistachios and cranberries.
- Form the dough into a 13-inch long, 3-inch wide log on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until light golden, about 40 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.
- Place the log on the cutting board. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut the log on a diagonal into 1/2 to 3/4-inch-thick 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.
- Stir the chocolate in a bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water until the chocolate melts. Dip half of the biscotti into the melted chocolate. Gently shake off the excess chocolate. Place the biscotti on the baking sheet for the chocolate to set. Sprinkle with the sugar crystals. Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm, about 35 minutes.
- The biscotti can be made ahead. Store them in an airtight container up to 4 days, or wrap them in foil and freeze in resealable plastic bags up to 3 weeks.
HOLIDAY BISCOTTI
A twice-baked Italian cookie, biscotti makes a wonderful "dunker." A pretty way to present a batch is on a seasonal plate arranged in a wagon-wheel fashion. -Libia Foglesong, San Bruno, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in extracts. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (dough will be sticky). Stir in cranberries, pistachios and orange zest. Chill for 30 minutes. , Divide dough in half. On a floured surface, shape each half into a loaf 1-1/2 to 2-in. diameter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes. , Cool for 5 minutes. Cut diagonally into 3/4-in. thick slices. Place slices, cut side down, on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 9-10 minutes. Turn slices over. Bake 10 minutes more or until golden brown. Cool on wire rack. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOLIDAY BISCOTTI
While the day following Thanksgiving is a major shopping day for many, in my family it represents the start of our annual cookie baking. I was looking for a cookie, preferably a biscotti to use some extra almond flour and could not find one. A little tinkering with one of my favorite basic biscotti recipes and a new holiday cookie was born. These are large biscotti, perfectly sized for dunking.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 38 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare baking sheet with a light coat of cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, baking soda, salt, eggs and extracts together.
- Add in the almond flour and 2 cups of all purpose flour and mix with a large wooden spoon.
- Begin stirring in the nuts and candied fruit. Sprinkle in the remain 1/4 cup of flour. At this point you will need to put the spoon down and knead by hand. Knead 8 or 9 times until the fruit and nuts are well distributed.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into logs about 9-10 inches long. Be sure that your logs are of an even width from top to bottom. Place on baking sheet several inches apart and lightly flatten the top. (Note the width of the loaves will double in baking.).
- In a small bowl, combine egg and water and blend. Using a pastry brush apply a light egg wash to the tops of each loaf.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on rack for 8-10 minutes.
- Take loaves and slice on diagonal making wedges 1/2 inch thick. Place slices on baking sheet cut sides up and bake for 3-5 minutes. Turn the cookies over and return to the oven and bake an additional 5-8 minutes. Cookies will be dry and crisp to the touch.
- Place on rack and allow to cool completely before storing.
- Note: For holiday trays you can also make smaller biscotti by dividing the dough into 3 loaves. Reduce initial baking time to 25 minutes. Use the lower ranges in the times given for the second baking. In thirds, my loaves were about 4 inches long, longer when cut on the diagonal.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk and heavy cream instead of low-fat or nonfat options.
- To make the biscotti even more festive, add spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, or cardamom to the batter.
- If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the batter onto the baking sheet.
- Be sure to let the biscotti cool completely before slicing and baking them a second time. This will help them crisp up and prevent them from crumbling.
- Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
These holiday eggnog biscotti are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any holiday gathering. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a holiday treat, give these biscotti a try!
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