Description
Indulge in the luxurious taste of red velvet biscotti, a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate and creamy vanilla flavors. These visually stunning cookies, with their striking red hue, are perfect for any gathering. Enjoy them alongside your favorite coffee or hot cocoa for an unforgettable experience. Easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for bakers at any skill level, making it a must-try for anyone looking to impress guests or indulge in a sweet moment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red gel food coloring
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; add nuts if desired.
- Shape dough into two logs (12 inches long, 4 inches wide) on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until firm but soft in the center. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
- Arrange slices cut-side down on the baking sheet and bake again for an additional 15-20 minutes until crisp. Let cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg