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Grandpa's Almond Cherry Biscotti

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 40 biscottis

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (like almonds)
  • ½ cup candied fruits (like cherries)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F.
  • In a mixing bowl, blend (with a mixing spoon) butter, sugar, vanilla, and eggs until smooth (optional to save a drop of egg to paint the dough with before baking).
  • Add flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
  • Add the chopped nuts and fruit and mix until combined.
  • Roll dough into 2 logs with ~ 1 ¼ inch thickness and place on baking tray. (Optional) Paint logs with egg wash then sprinkle with extra granulated sugar.
  • Bake at 375˚F for 20-25 minutes. Slice into biscotti and lay on sides. Bake another 10-12 minutes until lightly browned. Let cool completely. Enjoy!