Description

Enjoy the delightful flavor of homemade Cranberry Orange Biscotti. This simple recipe combines vibrant cranberries with zesty orange for a crunchy treat that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy evenings to festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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1 medium-sized egg
1 egg yolk
½ cup + 2 Tbsp sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest from 2–3 medium oranges
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups + 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon fine salt
1 cup toasted hazelnuts (optional)
1 ¼ cup dried cranberries
1 egg (to brush the biscotti logs)
3 tablespoons coarse pearl sugar

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 360°F (180°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together wet ingredients: egg, egg yolk, and sugar until fluffy, then add melted butter, vanilla, honey, and orange zest.
Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl and mix with wet ingredients until combined. Fold in cranberries and hazelnuts.
Shape dough into logs and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden Brown.
Cool the logs, slice diagonally into ½-inch pieces, and bake again at 250°F (120°C) for 20 minutes until crisp.
Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Use fresh eggs for the best flavor.
Store biscotti at room temperature for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
For a nut-free version, substitute hazelnuts with seeds.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 biscotti
Calories: 90
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg