Description
Chocolate-Dipped Peppermint Biscotti are the perfect festive treat, combining crunchy twice-baked biscotti with rich dark chocolate and refreshing peppermint. These delightful cookies not only evoke holiday cheer but also serve as a memorable gift option. With their stunning presentation and irresistible flavor, they’re sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (melted)
- 1/4 cup crushed candy canes
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 sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and peppermint extract until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients to form a sticky dough.
- Shape dough into two logs, about 1 inch thick on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes until firm.
- Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, then slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
- Arrange slices cut side down on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until crisp.
- Dip half of each biscotti in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg