Pistachio Biscotti

Dairy Free
Pistachio Biscotti
115 min.
36
81kcal

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Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Pistachio Biscotti, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! These dairy-free biscotti are not only easy to make but also offer a unique blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With the rich nuttiness of coarsely chopped pistachios and the sweet decadence of semisweet chocolate chips, each bite is a harmonious balance of textures and tastes.

Whether you're enjoying a quiet afternoon with a cup of coffee or hosting a gathering with friends, these biscotti are sure to impress. The recipe yields 36 servings, making it an ideal choice for sharing or for stocking up your dessert jar. Plus, with only 81 calories per piece, you can indulge without the guilt!

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and the use of pantry staples. The dough comes together quickly, and the baking process fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Once baked to perfection, the biscotti are drizzled with a luscious chocolate coating, adding an extra touch of elegance. Perfect for dunking or enjoying on their own, these Pistachio Biscotti are a delightful addition to any dessert table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these scrumptious treats that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup pistachios coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup semi chocolate chips 
  • teaspoon shortening 

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs with spoon. Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nuts.
  2. Place dough on lightly floured surface. Knead 15 times until smooth. On ungreased cookie sheet, shape half of dough at a time into 10x3-inch rectangle.
  3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cookie sheet 15 minutes.
  4. Cut rectangle crosswise into 1/2-inch slices.
  5. Place slices, cut sides down, on cookie sheet.
  6. Bake about 15 minutes longer, turning once, until crisp and light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  7. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until melted; stir until smooth.
  8. Drizzle chocolate over biscotti.
  9. Place on waxed paper until chocolate is set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories81kcal
Protein8.44%
Fat31.27%
Carbs60.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.09
Glycemic Load
7.46
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.3113043603042%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:80.69kcal
4.03%
Fat:2.81g
4.32%
Saturated Fat:0.86g
5.39%
Carbohydrates:12.17g
4.06%
Net Carbohydrates:11.56g
4.2%
Sugar:4.81g
5.34%
Cholesterol:9.24mg
3.08%
Sodium:39.5mg
1.72%
Alcohol:0.08g
100%
Alcohol %:0.43%
100%
Protein:1.7g
3.41%
Selenium:4.05µg
5.78%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.71%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.66%
Folate:17.91µg
4.48%
Iron:0.69mg
3.81%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.47%
Copper:0.07mg
3.41%
Phosphorus:31.53mg
3.15%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.79%
Fiber:0.61g
2.44%
Magnesium:8.73mg
2.18%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.9%
Vitamin K:1.4µg
1.33%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.31%
Potassium:44.78mg
1.28%
Calcium:12.62mg
1.26%