Chocolate-Dipped Orange Biscotti

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Chocolate-Dipped Orange Biscotti
170 min.
36
63kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Chocolate-Dipped Orange Biscotti, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! This vegetarian and dairy-free recipe combines the zesty brightness of fresh orange peel with the rich decadence of semisweet chocolate, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more. Each biscotti is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making them an ideal addition to your dessert table or a charming gift for friends and family.

With a preparation time of just 170 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these crunchy delights that yield 36 servings, making them perfect for gatherings or simply to enjoy at home. Each biscotti contains only 63 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The process of baking these treats is as enjoyable as eating them; from mixing the fragrant ingredients to the satisfying moment of dipping them in melted chocolate, every step is a celebration of flavor and creativity.

Whether paired with a cup of coffee or enjoyed on their own, these Chocolate-Dipped Orange Biscotti are sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible cookies that will brighten your day and satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

  • ounces baker's chocolate melted
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F.
  2. Mix sugar, oil, orange peel, vanilla and eggs in large bowl. Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Knead dough on lightly floured surface until smooth.
  3. Shape half of dough at a time into rectangle, 10x3 inches, on ungreased cookie sheet.
  4. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cookie sheet 15 minutes.
  5. Cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices.
  6. Place slices cut sides down on cookie sheet.
  7. Bake about 15 minutes, turning once, until crisp and light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.
  8. Dip one end of each cookie into melted chocolate.
  9. Place on waxed paper until chocolate is firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein8.67%
Fat24.34%
Carbs66.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.59
Glycemic Load
7.41
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.1026087001614%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.01mg
Epicatechin
2.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.3kcal
3.16%
Fat:1.76g
2.71%
Saturated Fat:0.69g
4.32%
Carbohydrates:10.89g
3.63%
Net Carbohydrates:10.38g
3.77%
Sugar:3.76g
4.18%
Cholesterol:9.09mg
3.03%
Sodium:39.61mg
1.72%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.36%
100%
Protein:1.41g
2.82%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.31%
Selenium:3.84µg
5.49%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.78%
Folate:17.53µg
4.38%
Iron:0.74mg
4.09%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.33%
Copper:0.07mg
3.29%
Vitamin B3:0.54mg
2.69%
Phosphorus:22.99mg
2.3%
Fiber:0.51g
2.05%
Magnesium:7.44mg
1.86%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.63%
Vitamin K:1.3µg
1.24%
Calcium:11.12mg
1.11%