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Christmas Biscotti

Irresistible Christmas Biscotti with Fruit and Nut Delight

Delight in these Christmas Biscotti filled with candied fruit and nuts, perfect for holiday gifting and dunking in coffee.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 38 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Biscotti
  • 8 ounces Candied Fruit Swap for finely chopped dried fruits if preferred.
  • ½ cup Butter Use unsalted for better control over salt levels.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can add a deeper flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Syrup Optional, can be omitted.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variety.
  • 4 large Eggs 1 egg white reserved; a flax egg is a great vegan substitute.
  • 3 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a healthful twist.
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Slivered Almonds Can substitute with whole nuts.
  • 1 cup Pistachios Feel free to replace with any preferred nut.
Optional Decoration
  • Chopped Nuts & Fruits For topping the biscotti for presentation.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Biscotti
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Chop slivered almonds and pistachios into smaller pieces, and combine them with the chopped candied fruit in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Beat the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add your eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then gently fold in the vanilla extract and corn syrup.
  5. Mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add this to the wet ingredients.
  6. Carefully stir the fruit and nut mixture into the dough until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide the dough into thirds and shape each portion into logs about 2 inches wide.
  8. Bake the shaped logs for 25-30 minutes or until they are firm and lightly golden.
  9. Using a serrated knife, slice the warm logs diagonally into ¾-inch pieces, then re-bake for an additional 8 minutes.
  10. Once baked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage. Great for gifting!

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