Cashew Orange Biscotti

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Cashew Orange Biscotti
45 min.
60
52kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Cashew Orange Biscotti, a treat that perfectly marries the warm, nutty flavor of roasted cashews with the zesty brightness of fresh orange. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated dessert to serve after dinner or a crunchy companion for your afternoon tea, these biscotti are sure to impress. Not only are they vegetarian and dairy-free, but they also boast a remarkably light texture that makes them a guilt-free indulgence at just 52 calories per serving.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked goods filling your kitchen as these biscotti bake to a golden perfection. The subtle hint of orange zest plays wonderfully with the rich cashews, creating a flavor profile that is both refreshing and comforting. And the best part? This recipe yields a generous batch of 60 pieces, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family or for keeping handy as a snack throughout the week. With just 45 minutes from prep to bake, you can easily whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes.

Perfectly crunchy and full of flavor, these Cashew Orange Biscotti are not only a delightful treat but also a beautiful addition to any dessert table. So, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoon orange zest freshly grated
  • ounces roasted cashews 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • cups unbleached flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • teaspoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • cutting board
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F. and butter a large baking sheet.
  2. Coarsely chop cashews. Into a bowl sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl with an electric mixer beat together 3 eggs, zest, and vanilla until just combined. Stir in flour mixture and beat until a stiff dough is formed. Stir in cashews.
  3. In a small bowl beat together water and remaining egg to make an egg wash. On baking sheet with floured hands form dough into two 12-inch-long logs and flatten slightly.
  4. Brush logs with some egg wash.
  5. Bake logs in middle of oven until golden, about 50 minutes. Cool logs on baking sheet on a rack 10 minutes.
  6. On a cutting board with a serrated knife diagonally cut logs into roughly 1/3-inch-thick slices. Arrange biscotti, a cut side down, on baking sheet and bake in middle of oven until crisp, about 15 minutes. Cool biscotti on rack. Biscotti keep in an airtight container at cool room temperature 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories52kcal
Protein10.23%
Fat32.25%
Carbs57.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.42
Glycemic Load
4.63
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6147826158482%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:52.04kcal
2.6%
Fat:1.9g
2.93%
Saturated Fat:0.41g
2.59%
Carbohydrates:7.64g
2.55%
Net Carbohydrates:7.42g
2.7%
Sugar:3.52g
3.92%
Cholesterol:12.4mg
4.13%
Sodium:33.32mg
1.45%
Alcohol:0.02g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:1.36g
2.72%
Copper:0.08mg
4.11%
Selenium:2.84µg
4.06%
Folate:11.5µg
2.88%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.85%
Phosphorus:27.33mg
2.73%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.72%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.54%
Iron:0.45mg
2.52%
Magnesium:9.95mg
2.49%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.72%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.48%
Vitamin K:1.17µg
1.11%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious