Description

These elegant Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti offer a sophisticated blend of tart fruit and toasted nuts in a perfectly crisp, twice-baked cookie. Ideal for holiday gifting or pairing with your morning espresso, this reliable recipe produces a professional-quality treat with a delicate, buttery crumb.

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
Fresh cranberries (pulsed into fine crumbs)
Roasted pistachios (coarsely chopped)
Unsalted butter (at room temperature)
Granulated sugar
Large eggs
Pure vanilla extract
Baking soda
Salt
White chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Pulse the fresh cranberries in a food processor until they are fine crumbs, and coarsely chop the roasted pistachios.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the room temperature butter and granulated sugar together for about two minutes until pale and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, and continue mixing for two more minutes.
Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, then gently fold in the pulsed cranberries and chopped pistachios.
Transfer the sticky dough to the prepared baking sheet and, with floured hands, shape it into a log approximately 11 by 3.5 inches.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until firm and slightly golden, then remove and let cool for 10 minutes.
Slice the log into 3/4-inch wide strips using a serrated knife, lay them flat on the sheet, and bake for an additional 10 minutes (optionally flipping and baking 10 more minutes for extra crunch).
Once cooled, drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired and allow to set before serving.

Notes

For the best results, ensure your eggs are also at room temperature to prevent the creamed butter from curdling when they are added. If you find the dough exceptionally sticky, refrigerating it for a few minutes before shaping can make it much easier to manage without adding too much extra flour. Store these cookies in an airtight container to maintain their signature crispness for up to two weeks.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian