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Biscotti
Biscotti (pronounced bee-SKAWT-tee) are popular Italian cookies that have been baked twice—first as a “log,” and then a second time sliced—until they are nice and crunchy. Create these coffee shop mainstays as a treat any time or as a welcome made-by-you food gift.
Take your choice of flavors, make from Betty Crocker® cookie mix or from Gold Medal® flour, embellish with chocolate or not—just try a recipe or two with our helpful tips that will make your baking a success!
How to Bake Better Biscotti
- Mix dough by hand. It’ll be a little firmer than biscuit dough. And, just like biscuit dough it can be kneaded lightly to mix thoroughly.
- Use a long metal spatula to shape the dough for baking biscotti—straight sides with a smooth flat top give even baking results.
- Use your longest serrated knife when slicing baked “log.”
- If recipe contains dried fruit, wipe knife with damp paper towel every third or fourth slice to prevent knife sticking and slices crumbling.
- Give slices elbowroom for the “twice-baked” step so they crisp evenly. When you turn the slices halfway through this second bake, it helps crispness.
- Biscotti cookies are lightly browned and dry to the touch when done. They’ll crisp more while cooling.
How to Store Biscotti
- Unless directed in recipe, store biscotti in airtight container or sealed freezer bag.
- If spread or drizzled with chocolate, store biscotti layered between sheets of waxed or cooking parchment paper.
- If making ahead to freeze, wait to glaze or drizzle; otherwise chocolate may dull.
Ways To Enjoy Biscotti
- Keep plenty on hand. Biscotti are good keepers and make tasty treats.
- Package some up with a mug or latte cup, coffee beans or cocoa mix to give away.
- Deliver some when you stop by to share some conversation with a neighbor.
- Sip a late harvest wine or cup of rich dark coffee while sitting in your most comfy chair and, oh yes, dunk in few of your very own biscotti!