Best Biscotti Recipes - 25 Delicious Cookies

The Best Biscotti Recipes all have one thing in common; they are perfectly crunchy and full of delicious flavors. They can be made with nuts, a variety of fruit or just a ton of chocolate, and either way we love them! That’s why we have rounded up 25 of the Best Biscotti Recipes for you to try this Christmas season.

Can you believe we are already on our 4th day of our annual Christmas Baking Frenzy? I hope you have been following along and enjoying all of the seasons best treats we have had to offer so far.

Remember to come back and check out what’s new everyday, you don’t want to miss what we have coming up! But enough about that, lets get started on our different Biscotti flavors shall we?

*Be sure to look below each photo for additional Biscotti cookiesin that category you can try*

traditional italian biscotti recipes

These biscotti cookies tend to have almonds as their main mix in, though often you will also find anise or orange zest too.

This is theBest Homemade Almond Biscotti Recipe from our recipe vault! It is a delicious recipe that uses slivered toasted almonds, sweet vanilla and almond extract to create a classic dunkable cookie you will love.

chocolate biscotti recipes

Everyone knows that life is just better with chocolate, am I right?! These Biscotti are by far my favorite as I am a self-proclaimed chocoholic, I could literally eat it at every meal if it didn’t go straight to my hips…

ThisChocolate Pistachio BiscottifromFOODALis a luscious chocolate cookie loaded with salted pistachios creating a match made in cookie heaven for us to enjoy.If you prefer the flavor of hazelnut we’ve got you covered with an irresistible Nutella Biscotti!

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More Chocolate Biscotti Cookies to check out:

biscotti with nuts and fruit

One thing I really love about biscotti flavors is how versatile they are. You can add in almost any dried fruit and nut and have a winning combination for your cookie.

Perfectly spiced and full of orange zest, theseOrange Walnut Biscotti fromFinding Zestare sure to become a Christmas classic!

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More fruit and nut biscotti cookies to make:

White Chocolate Cranberry Biscotti – The Olive Blogger❄️White Chocolate Pistachio – Inside the Rustic Kitchen🎄Chocolate Cherry Biscotti – Sidewalk Shoes⛄️Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti – Tikkido❄️Strawberry White Chocolate Biscotti – Tikkido🎄

unique biscotti recipes

If you are looking for a biscotti you haven’t tried before I guarantee one of these will make your list. They are so incredibly unique it is hard to choose one to start with!

TheseLemon Poppy Seed Biscotti from Oh My! Sugar Highare everything we love about a lemon poppy seed loaf in a crunchy biscotti form instead! Light and tangy, what a special treat these would be!

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Other unique biscotti cookies to check out:

Pumpkin Spice Biscotti – The Olive Blogger❄️Gingerbread Biscotti with White Chocolate – The Olive Blogger🎄Amaretto Coconut Biscotti – Kudos Kitchen by Renee⛄️Pumpkin Banana Biscotti – Kudos Kitchen by Renee❄️Candied Ginger White Chocolate Biscotti – Fearless Dining🎄

is biscotti hard to make?

We have been asked this question so many times, and with good reason! So many people have been told time and time again that biscotti recipes can only be attempted by the highest skilled bakers…but we’ve got news for you! They are not hard to make at all, and as long as you have a working timer and a little basic kitchen skills you will be able to whip up a batch. Keep in mind a few of my best biscotti tips:

Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat on your baking sheets to make the 2nd part of your biscotti baking easier (this is when you remove them and have to cut them on the diagonal before putting back in for its second bake).
Always set a timer…ALWAYS! If a recipe says to check after 15-20 minutes then make sure you set it for 15 and check it. This is probably the biggest thing you need to takeaway if you are wanting to make any of the cookies above.
- When it goes in for its second bake the timer is a little more forgiving, if they stay in for 1-2 minutes longer they will just turn out crunchier which means a longer dip in your coffee!
As with any cookie recipe you want to make sure you have all your ingredients measured and ready to go, you do not want to be short on flour or sugar in the middle of mixing!
Always be sure to read and follow all directions, you may think that a “side note” is just us mumbling but a lot of the time it is an adjustment to the recipe (sometimes years later) when we find better ways of doing things.
Have fun! If it doesn’t turn out perfect the first time you can always crumble them up and serve them with vanilla ice cream.

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What is the secret to making biscotti? ›

12 Tips For Making The Absolute Best Biscotti

Use room-temperature ingredients. ...
Boost the flavor with spices, extracts, and zest. ...
Toss in some add-ins for flavor and texture. ...
Let the dough chill before shaping. ...
Use floured or greased hands to shape the dough. ...
Shape the dough into a smaller loaf than you want.

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Is biscotti better with oil or butter? ›

Despite their centuries-old heritage, there is no one perfect way to make biscotti. Some recipes call for eggs only, which is the traditional method, while others swear by butter or oil. The choice is yours; just keep in mind that those made with butter or oil will have both a softer texture and a shorter shelf life.

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What's the difference between biscotti and cantuccini? ›

The main difference between Cantucci and Biscotti is their origin, Cantucci is from Tuscany, and Biscotti is from the region of Emilia-Romagna. Cantucci is typically made with almonds, while Biscotti are made with all-purpose flour and a variety of nuts and chocolate or nothing.

Should biscotti dough be chilled before baking? ›

Because the dough can be sticky and hard to form, it's important to chill the batter for a good 30 minutes before baking the first time.

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How do you keep homemade biscotti crispy? ›

Just keep them at room temperature but in an airtight container. Biscotti that are baked with butter can be frozen, but they may lose some of their crunchiness when thawed.

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What does baking soda do in biscotti? ›

Baking soda – baking soda helps the biscotti rise and spread. Make sure that your baking soda isn't expired. Sugar- we used granulated sugar for this recipe. You can use caster sugar as well.

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Are biscotti healthier than cookies? ›

Unlike many traditional cookies, biscotti are often lower in fat and sugar. Add some heart healthy nuts and you have a satisfying and relatively light treat! This delicious cookie can easily be made vegan & vegetarian friendly.

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How long will homemade biscotti keep? ›

How Long Does Biscotti Last? Your homemade biscotti will last for up to one month in an airtight container at room temperature. If you want to keep the biscotti longer, you can freeze it for up to three months.

What is the English name for biscotti? ›

In modern Italian, the word biscotto refers to any cookie or cracker, just as does the British use of the word biscuit (the number of bakings and the degree of hardness are not relevant to the term).

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Can you overmix biscotti dough? ›

The trickiest parts of making them are the mixing and the shaping and baking. Just like biscuits, you can't overmix the dough. I found that if the dough is mixed too much, the biscotti becomes dense and heavy.

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Why are my biscotti crumbling when I cut them? ›

A: Overbaking the logs of dough during the first baking can make the slices crumble as you are cutting them. Also, even if the logs of dough are perfectly baked, they will crumble if they are sliced while still warm, so be patient. The logs crumble when you use a dull knife, too.

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How sticky should biscotti dough be? ›

Biscotti dough is inherently sticky. I recommend adequately flouring your hands before working the dough, and if it's still too sticky to handle, add a little flour at a time but just enough so you can work with it.

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Why do my biscotti crumble when I cut them? ›

A: Overbaking the logs of dough during the first baking can make the slices crumble as you are cutting them. Also, even if the logs of dough are perfectly baked, they will crumble if they are sliced while still warm, so be patient. The logs crumble when you use a dull knife, too.

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How to prevent biscotti from cracking in the oven? ›

Sifting your ingredients together help avoid the hard middle in your biscotti! Don't overbeat the eggs. You want just enough air pockets to add some crispiness and texture, but not so many that you get a lot of crumble in your biscotti instead. Don't overmix the batter.

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What method is commonly used to achieve the desired light-airy texture in biscotti? ›

To make these cookies, start by whipping eggs and a couple of extra egg yolks together with sugar, vanilla, and almond extract. This step is key to making biscotti that are crisp but not hard. Get the mixture very pale, thick, and airy. All that air will help lighten the biscotti.

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Should biscotti dough be stiff? ›

Are biscotti supposed to be hard? Yes! Because they are baked twice, biscotti are hard and crisp. They're great for dunking in a hot cup of coffee (cookies for breakfast ❤).