Red Velvet Biscotti

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option.

white chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate chunks

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds moisture and a unique flavor.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring until fully combined.

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.

Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pecans.

Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log on the baking sheet.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until firm to the touch.

Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.

Slice the logs diagonally into 1-inch pieces.

Arrange the slices cut side down on the baking sheet.

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crisp.

Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens