Description
This perfect cranberry biscotti recipe delivers a crisp, twice-baked cookie loaded with dried cranberries and hints of vanilla. A delicious Italian treat to pair with coffee or tea, ideal for holiday gifting or everyday snacking. Try this easy biscotti recipe today!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup dried cranberries
½ cup chopped almonds (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs and vanilla extract. Add wet ingredients to the dry and mix until a dough forms.
4. Fold in dried cranberries and almonds (if using).
5. Divide dough into two logs (10 inches long, 2 inches wide). Place on baking sheet and flatten slightly.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until lightly golden.
7. Cool for 10 minutes, then slice diagonally into ½-inch pieces.
8. Lay slices cut-side down and bake an additional 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
9. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before storing or serving.
Notes
Use sweetened dried cranberries for a softer, sweeter flavor.
For extra flair, drizzle cooled biscotti with melted white chocolate.
Make-ahead tip: Biscotti freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscotti
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg