Best Brownie Almond Biscotti Recipes

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BROWNIE ALPINE BISCOTTI



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"I love visiting with friends over a pot of coffee, so I developed these crisp, chocolaty cookies to munch along with each cup," comments Jeanie Williams of Minnetonka, Minnesota. Brownie mix makes them easy to stir up, and a white chocolate and almond topping adds a festive look.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch size)
3/4 cup ground almonds
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg plus 3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup sliced almonds, optional
3 ounces white baking chocolate, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, ground almonds, flour and baking powder. In a small bowl, whisk egg, egg whites and extract. Add to brownie mixture; stir until combined. , Divide dough into thirds. On a greased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 7x3-1/2-in. rectangle. Bake at 350° for 24 minutes. Remove from the oven; cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes. , Transfer to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on greased baking sheets. Bake 12-14 minutes longer or until firm. , Cool on wire racks. If desired, sprinkle with sliced almonds and drizzle with chocolate. Let stand until chocolate is completely set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BROWNIE BISCOTTI



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Daintily drizzled with white chocolate, these eye-catching biscotti are loaded with chocolate chips and crunchy almonds. "They look so pretty in a holiday gift basket with an assortment of hot chocolate and teas," notes Amber Sumner of Congress, Arizona.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, melted
3 eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unblanched almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
DRIZZLE:
1/2 cup white baking chips
1-1/2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine the butter, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to butter mixture just until combined (dough will be crumbly). , Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; knead in almonds and chocolate chips. Divide dough in half. On an ungreased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 12-in. x 3-in. log, leaving 3 in. between the logs., Bake until set and tops are cracked, 30-35 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes. Carefully transfer to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 1/2-in. slices. , Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until firm and dry, 20-25 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., For drizzle, in a microwave, melt vanilla chips and shortening at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over biscotti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

THE BEST BROWNIE BISCOTTI



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Brownie Almond Biscotti are a sweet and chocolaty twist on the classic Italian cookie. Make a batch to dunk in your morning coffee.

Provided by Melissa Russo

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter melted
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unblanched almonds toasted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In the bowl of a mixer, combine the butter, eggs and vanilla. Mix well. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Gradually add to butter mixture just until combined - dough will be crumbly.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead in almonds and chocolate chips. Divide dough in half. On an ungreased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 12-in. x 3-in. log, leaving 3 in. between the logs.
  • Bake at 325° for 30-35 minutes or until tops are cracked. Cool for 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 1/2-in. slices.
  • Place cut side down on ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until firm and dry. Remove to wire racks to cool.

BROWNIE BISCOTTI



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A chocolate version of an Italian favorite. You can substitute milk for the water in the egg wash, if you wish.

Provided by PA.GRANNY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h55m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup butter, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
¼ cup chopped walnuts
1 egg yolk, beaten
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease baking sheets, or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. Dough will be stiff, so mix in the last bit by hand. Mix in the chocolate chips and walnuts.
  • Divide dough into two equal parts. Shape into 9x2x1 inch loaves. Place onto baking sheet 4 inches apart. Brush with mixture of water and yolk.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Cool on baking sheet for 30 minutes.
  • Using a serrated knife, slice the loaves diagonally into 1 inch slices. Return the slices to the baking sheet, placing them on their sides. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes on each side, or until dry. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 52.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

ALMOND BROWNIES



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With a perfect creamy frosting and just a touch of almond flavor, these easy-to-make brownies really are something special. Keep a can of chocolate syrup on hand for this delectable treat! -Didi Desjardins, Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate syrup
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in chocolate syrup and extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (brownies may appear moist). Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and 1 cup whipped topping; stir until smooth. Cool. Fold in extract and remaining whipped topping. Spread over cooled brownies. Sprinkle with almonds. Store in the refrigerator.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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