CHOCOLATE-COATED MOCHA BISCOTTI

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Categories     Chocolate

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups slivered almonds
3 cups flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
3 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons egg white powder (optionally, add 1 egg white with other eggs)
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 tablespoons brewed coffee
1 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chocolate chips
Chocolate Glaze

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven. Preheat to 350 degrees. Spread slivered almonds in a baking pan. Place in preheated oven and toast, stirring occasionally, until the almonds are fragrant and tinged with brown. Remove from oven, and let cool Sift into a medium bowl: flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, and egg white powder. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine butter & sugar. Beat on medium speed until fluffy & well blended. Continue blending, and add eggs, one at a time. Then add the corn syrup, coffee & vanilla. Gradually add the flour mixture into the egg mixture, stirring until blended & smooth. Stir in: toasted almonds, cranberries, and chocolate chips. Shape dough into two smooth logs, (use plastic wrap if dough is very sticky). Arrange each one a silpat covered baking sheet. Bake about 35 minutes, then remove to a rack. Let sit until cool enough to handle. Carefully transfer log to a cutting board, and cut crosswise on a slight diagonal into 1/2 inch slices. Lay the slices flat on the baking sheet, and return to the oven. Bake until the slices are almost firm when slightly pressed on top, about 16-20 minutes longer. Transfer to racks to cool. Chocolate glaze: Melt in a double boiler: 4 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate (chopped) with one tablespoon vegetable oil. Remove from heat, and add 2 more ounces of chocolate. Stir until chocolate is melted. Place a small ziplock bag in a coffee cup, folding edges over the top. Fill the baggie with chocolate (no more that 1/4 - 1/3 full), the zip the baggie. Cut a small hole in a corner of the bag, and use it to drizzle chocolate in zig zags over the cooled biscotti.

Qhamani Manzana
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These biscotti were a nice treat, but I found them to be a bit bland.


Umair Nadeem
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I made these biscotti for my husband's birthday and he loved them. He said they were the best biscotti he's ever had.


VISHVAMITAR KINGRANI
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my biscotti turned out dry and crumbly.


i_t_z_ser
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These biscotti were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious.


Jessica Turner
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I've been looking for a good biscotti recipe for a while and this one is definitely a keeper. The biscotti were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, just the way I like them.


Okeyo Ochieng
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These biscotti were the perfect addition to my afternoon tea party. They were elegant and delicious.


HOsain
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I'm not a big fan of coffee, but these biscotti were still really good. The chocolate coating was the perfect touch.


Mdsalauddin Babu
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I made these biscotti for a coffee morning with my friends and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


arnecesa randle
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The biscotti were delicious, but they were a bit too hard for my liking.


JOANNA MENDEZ
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These biscotti were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Sameer Baloch
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I've never made biscotti before, but these were surprisingly easy to make. They turned out great and I'll definitely be making them again.


Ally Mae
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I'm definitely going to make these biscotti again. They were a big hit with my family and friends.


El Metadore
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These biscotti were the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. The coffee flavor was just right and the chocolate coating was a delightful surprise.


Motammim 10
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Overall, I thought these biscotti were pretty good. They were easy to make and the flavor was nice.


ABS OFFICIAL CANVAS 9070
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing and the biscotti didn't turn out as expected.


Wehbe Mokded
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These biscotti were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Anish Khadka
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I'm not usually a fan of biscotti, but these were really good. The coffee flavor was strong and the chocolate coating was rich and decadent.


shakedangi10
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These biscotti were easy to make and turned out delicious. I loved the combination of coffee and chocolate.


Jacob Uka
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I've made these biscotti several times now and they always come out perfect. They're the perfect crunchy, coffee-flavored treat.


Akramkhan Sindh
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These biscotti turned out amazing! The coffee flavor was subtle and the chocolate coating was the perfect touch. They were a hit at my party and everyone asked for the recipe.