Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with toasted coconut almond biscotti, a delectable treat that effortlessly blends the richness of toasted coconut and the nutty goodness of almonds. Experience a delightful crunch with every bite, perfectly complemented by a delicate sweetness that lingers on the palate. These crispy cookies, originating from the heart of Tuscany, Italy, are traditionally twice-baked for a delightful texture and a rustic charm. Discover the secrets behind this classic Italian delight, along with variations that elevate the biscotti experience to new heights. Embark on a culinary journey with toasted coconut almond biscotti, where tradition meets innovation in a harmonious blend of taste and texture.
Other recipes mentioned in the article:
- Toasted Coconut Almond Biscotti: The classic recipe that forms the foundation of this delightful treat.
- Chocolate Dipped Toasted Coconut Almond Biscotti: A decadent twist on the original, where biscotti are partially dipped in rich chocolate, creating a delightful contrast between the crispy cookie and the smooth, velvety chocolate.
- Orange-Scented Toasted Coconut Almond Biscotti: A refreshing variation that infuses the biscotti with the vibrant flavor of orange zest, adding a burst of citrusy goodness to each bite.
- Cranberry-Pistachio Toasted Coconut Almond Biscotti: A delightful combination of tart cranberries and crunchy pistachios adds a festive touch to these biscotti, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.
COCONUT BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees F. Spread 1 cup coconut flakes on a baking sheet and bake until toasted, about 3 minutes. Let cool completely. Transfer to a food processor; add the granulated sugar and pulse until finely ground. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk the coconut-sugar mixture, the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Melt the coconut oil in the microwave; add to the flour mixture along with the vanilla and 1/3 cup water and mix with a wooden spoon until a stiff dough forms. Stir in the macadamia nuts and the remaining 1/2 cup coconut flakes; gently knead until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into two 9-by-2-inch logs; place 1 log on each baking sheet. Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until the logs are firm and golden, about 25 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- Let the logs cool 10 minutes, then transfer to a cutting board; slice diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-inch-thick pieces. Arrange the slices cut-side down on the baking sheets. Bake, flipping halfway through, until just golden and the centers still have a little give, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheets. (The biscotti will crisp as they cool.)
- Whisk the confectioners' sugar, coconut cream and coconut extract until smooth. Dip the biscotti in the glaze; sprinkle with coarse sugar.
CAKE MIX COCONUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Use a foolproof cake mix for an easy way to coffee-shop biscotti, the Italian twice-baked cookie.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick cookie sheet). In large bowl, mix cake mix, flour, oil and eggs with spoon until dough forms. Stir in coconut and almonds, using hands if necessary.
- On ungreased cookie sheet, shape dough into 15x4-inch rectangle, using greased hands. Bake 21 to 27 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet on cooling rack 15 minutes.
- Cut rectangle crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes longer or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool 5 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted. Drizzle chocolate over cookies, or dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Store covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
TOASTED HAZELNUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield about 30 biscotti
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a large sheet pan. Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar together. Transfer 1/2 cup of the mixture to a food processor. Add the toasted almonds and grind until fine and powdery, about 45 seconds. Add to the dry ingredients. Add the chopped chocolate and whole hazelnuts and mix.
- Whisk the eggs, extracts, and almond liqueur together. Add to the dry ingredients and mix. The dough may seem dry, but it will come together as you work it. If the dough doesn't come together, add water. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 2 equal pieces. Wet your hands and roll each piece of dough into a flattened log about 10 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 1-inch high.
- Transfer the logs to the pan, leaving at least 3 inches between the logs (they will spread during baking). Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating the pan after 15 minutes to ensure even baking.
- Let cool 30 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees. Carefully transfer the logs to a cutting board. Wipe off the sheet pan and grease it again.
- Using a serrated knife, cut the logs on the diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices, discarding the ends. Arrange the slices cut side up on the sheet pan. Bake until toasted, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven off, prop the oven door open, and let cool completely in the oven to set the chocolate. Store in an airtight container.
COCONUT TOAST
This toasty bread has a wonderfully sweet and buttery coconut topping that's simply scrumptious. "It's easy to make and so yummy," says Betty Checkett of St. Louis, Missouri. "Enjoy it with a cup of coffee at breakfast or for a snack anytime of day."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the coconut, sugar, butter, egg and vanilla; mix well. Spread over each slice of bread; place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
TOASTED ALMOND BISCOTTI
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet, place in the oven and toast for about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, sift the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder together and set aside.
- Beat the eggs lightly, just until they are blended in a mixing bowl with a whisk or in an electric mixer. Remove two tablespoons of the egg mixture to a small dish and set aside. Beat the sugar and almond extract into the remaining eggs until blended. Stir in the flour mixture to form a soft dough.
- When the almonds are toasted, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough in half and place one portion on well-floured work surface. With floured hands, pat into a six-inch square. Scatter half of almonds on dough and press them into surface. Roll dough into cylinder about 2 inches in diameter and 12 to 15 inches long. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough. Brush the tops of both cylinders with the reserved egg.
- Place in the oven and bake about 15 minutes, until golden and firm to the touch. Transfer to a cutting board and cut on an angle into slices one-half-inch thick. Return the slices to the baking sheet, standing them up, and return them to the oven. Bake another 20 minutes, until they are crisp and dry. Allow to cool completely before storing or serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 67, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 32 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LIME COCONUT BISCOTTI
My family loves this recipe! It's great with that morning cup of coffee, delicious as an afternoon snack or after-dinner dessert. Citrusy and crunchy, not too sweet, it always hits the spot. -Diana Burrink, Crete, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 32 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat sugar and oil until blended. Beat in the eggs, lime juice and extracts. Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt; gradually add to sugar mixture and mix well (dough will be sticky). Stir in coconut and lime zest. , Divide dough in half. With lightly floured hands, shape each half into a 12x2-in. rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until set., Place pan on a wire rack. When cool enough to handle, transfer loaves to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOASTED COCONUT-ALMOND BISCOTTI
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- *To toast coconut and almonds: Spread coconut and almonds in an ungreased shallow pan. Bake uncovered in 350° oven 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until coconut is golden brown. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. 1- Heat oven to 350°. Mix cake mix, oil and eggs in large bowl with spoon until dough forms (some dry mix will remain). Stir in coconut and almonds, using hands if necessary.2- Shape dough into 15 x 4-inch rectangle on cookie sheet with greased hands. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet on wire rack 15 minutes.3- Cut dough crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are deep golden brown. Cool 5 minutes remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.4- Heat chocolate chips and shortening in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted. Drizzle chocolate over cookies, or dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.High Altitude (3500 to 6500 feet): Increase second bake to 12 to 14 minutes. When toasting coconut and almonds, bake 7 to 10 minutes.1 Biscotti: Calories 170 (Calories from Fat 70) Fat 8g (Saturated 3g) Cholesterol 20mg Sodium 160mg Carbohydrate 23g (Dietary Fiber 1g) Protein 2g. % Daily Value: Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 4% Iron 4%.Betty's Tip: If using almonds that have been frozen, make sure they are room temperature before toasting so that the coconut and almonds toast evenly.From "Betty Crocker's Ultimate Cake Mix Cookbook." Text Copyright 2004 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you begin baking, ensure that all of your ingredients and tools are measured, prepped, and easily accessible. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the baking process.
- Use Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the final flavor and texture of your biscotti. Opt for high-quality almonds, coconut flakes, and butter to ensure the best results.
- Properly Toast the Coconut and Almonds: Toasting the coconut and almonds enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch to your biscotti. Make sure to keep an eye on them while toasting to prevent burning.
- Chill the Dough Before Baking: Chilling the dough before baking helps it firm up and makes it easier to slice and handle. This will also result in a crispier biscotti.
- Bake the Biscotti Twice: The double-baking process is essential for achieving the signature crunchy texture of biscotti. Make sure to let the biscotti cool slightly between each baking session.
- Store Biscotti Properly: Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
These toasted coconut almond biscotti are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on their own or paired with your favorite beverage. With a crispy exterior, chewy interior, and a delightful combination of coconut and almond flavors, these biscotti are sure to be a hit among your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey to create these irresistible treats!
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