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Chocolate-hazelnut Biscotti Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 3 c all-purpose flour .
  • 2 c sugar .
  • 2/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder .
  • 1 c semi-sweet chocolate chips .
  • 1 tsp baking soda .
  • 1 1/2 c hazelnuts, toasted, husked .
  • 1/2 tsp salt .
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract .
  • 1 c unsalted butter, soft .
  • 1 tsp baking powder .
  • 3 large eggs .
  • 1 1/2 tsps vanilla extract

Directions
  • Step #1 Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Step #2 Line heavy large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step #3 Grind 1/2 c toasted hazelnuts in processor.
  • Step #4 Set aside.
  • Step #5 Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder & salt in large bowl, cocoa, set aside.
  • Step #6 Beat butter & sugar in another large bowl to mix.
  • Step #7 Add eggs & vanilla & almond extracts & beat until well mixed.
  • Step #8 Add flour mixture, mix well.
  • Step #9 Mix in 1 c whole toasted hazelnuts, chocolate chips & 1/2 c ground hazelnuts.
  • Step #10 Divide dough into 2 equal pieces.
  • Step #11 Shape each piece on baking sheet into 2 1/2-inch-wide by 14-inch-long log.
  • Step #12 Place logs on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 1/2 inches apart (logs will spread during baking).
  • Step #13 Bake until logs feel firm when tops are carefully pressed, about 35 mins.
  • Step #14 Cool logs on baking sheet 15 mins.
  • Step #15 Maintain oven temperature.
  • Step #16 Using long wide spatula, transfer baked logs to cutting board.
  • Step #17 Using serrated knife, cut warm logs crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Step #18 Arrange slices, cut side down, on 2 baking sheets.
  • Step #19 Bake biscotti until firm, about 15 mins.
  • Step #20 Transfer to racks & cool completely.
  • Step #21 (Chocolate-Hazelnut Biscotti can be prepared ahead.
  • Step #22 Store in airtight container up to 4 days, or wrap in foil wrap & freeze in resealable plastic bags up to 3 weeks.
  • Step #23 ).
  • Enjoy the Chocolate-Hazelnut Biscotti recipe

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