COCONUT-MACADAMIA BISCOTTI

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I came up with this recipe after my husband and I returned from our first trip to Hawaii. Dipping these tropical treats in a good cup of coffee brings us right back to the wonderful memories we made there. -Shannon Koene, Blacksburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted and finely chopped
1 cup macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar and oil until blended. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in coconut and nuts., Divide dough in half. On parchment-lined baking sheets, shape each half into an 8x3-in. rectangle. Bake about 25 minutes or until set., Place pans on wire racks. When cool enough to handle, transfer baked rectangles to a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Return to pans, cut side down., Bake 15-18 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip each cookie halfway into mixture; allow excess to drip. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Jam Abdullah
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I love coconut and macadamia nuts, so I know I would love these biscotti.


Marim Yahia
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I'm going to have to make these biscotti for my next party. They look like they would be a real crowd-pleaser.


Jaydin Pietersen
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These biscotti look absolutely delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Fousena ebere
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I'm always looking for new biscotti recipes to try. These coconut macadamia biscotti look like they would be a great addition to my collection.


Nayomi Amayo
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I'm not a big fan of baking, but these biscotti look so easy to make that I might have to give them a try.


Keeya Ambiek
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These biscotti look so professional! I would love to be able to make them look as good as yours.


Mohamed Gamal Amin
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I'm not sure how I feel about the combination of coconut and macadamia nuts, but I'm willing to give these biscotti a try.


Life With The Harris’
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These biscotti sound like the perfect treat to make for a party or potluck.


Diane Trevino
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I can't wait to try these biscotti! They look so delicious.


Ch Aqaib Hassan
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These biscotti are the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.


Eti Saha
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but these biscotti were still pretty good.


Anobano Bano
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These biscotti were delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Tufayel Ahmed
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These were a bit too dry for my taste, but they still had a nice flavor.


Zachery Olson
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Love these biscotti! They're the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.


kk gh
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These biscotti were easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and they were perfect.


Klyvina Runghen
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These biscotti were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Mohsin Mehar
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I love the flavor of these biscotti! They're perfect for a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea.


Kishan Sah
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These biscotti were delicious! The coconut and macadamia nuts added a nice flavor and texture. I will definitely be making these again.


Malik Imran
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I've made these biscotti several times now and they always turn out great. They're a little time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. I love giving them as gifts, too.


M Afzaal
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These coconut macadamia biscotti were a hit! They were easy to make and turned out perfectly crisp and flavorful. I loved the combination of coconut and macadamia nuts, and the biscotti were just the right amount of sweetness.