Double Chocolate Biscotti
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These crisp double chocolate biscotti are tailor-made for dunking into coffee, warm milk, or hot chocolate.
When my son, Zach, was little, he used to call these chocolate biscotti “crunchy brownies.” It’s an apt description: biscotti are twice-baked, oblong-shaped cookies made intentionally dry and crunchy for dunking into coffee or tea – and these are made with a double dose of chocolate. I’m happy to say that they have nothing in common with the packaged biscotti sold in most coffee shops, which often taste like bricks. When you dunk these biscotti into a warm beverage, they soften, becoming rich, chocolaty and decadent. Biscotti might seem like grown-up cookies, but if you set them out with glass of warm milk or hot chocolate for dunking, you will have very happy young gourmands.
If you’re looking for more desserts for the chocolate lovers in your life (or for yourself), don’t miss my double chocolate skillet cookie, chocolate lover’s chocolate cake, chocolate cream pie, or homemade chocolate ice cream.
What You’ll Need To Make Double Chocolate Biscotti
How To Make Double Chocolate Biscotti
Begin by combining the dry ingredients: flour, natural unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Whisk well.
Set aside, then cream the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer.
Beat in the eggs one at a time.
Then beat in the vanilla extract.
Add the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
Mix to combine. The dough will be sticky.
Scrape the dough out onto a floured work surface, and dust the dough with flour as well.
Gently shape into a ball.
Cut the dough in half.
Roll each piece of dough into a short log.
Transfer the logs to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Then shape into longer logs about 3/4-inch high and 2 inches wide.
Bake the logs for about 35 minutes.
Let cool slightly, then slice on the diagonal about 3/4-inches wide and turn the biscotti on their sides.
Place back in the oven for 10 minutes to crisp up. Let cool a bit, then serve with coffee, tea or milk.
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Double Chocolate Biscotti
These crisp double chocolate biscotti are tailor-made for dunking into coffee, warm milk, or hot chocolate.
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder, such as Hershey's
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the bowl and mixing well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and chocolate chips and stir on low speed until just combined.
- Dust a work surface with flour. Using a rubber spatula, scrape the sticky dough out onto the work surface and dust the top of the dough lightly with flour. Using your hands, shape the dough into a rough ball (if it's still too sticky, dust with a bit more flour) and cut in half. Form the dough pieces into two short logs by rolling back and forth. Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet and shape into longer logs about ¾-inch high and 2 inches wide. Allow enough space for the logs to spread a few inches while they bake. Bake for about 35 minutes, until firm to the touch. Let the biscotti logs cool on the pan for about 5 minutes, or until just cool enough to touch (if you wait any longer, the biscotti will be difficult to cut); then, using a sharp knife, slice the logs on the diagonal into ¾-inch slices (I do this right on the baking sheet). They will crumble just a bit; don't worry about it. Turn the biscotti on their sides (so that the cut sides are down) and place back in the oven for 10 minutes to dry and crisp up. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with coffee, tea or warm milk.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The dough can be frozen for up to 3 months: Shape the dough into logs, wrap each securely in plastic wrap, and place them in a sealable bag. When ready to bake, remove the logs from the freezer, thaw the dough until pliable, and then proceed with recipe. To freeze after baking: After the cookies are completely cooled, double-wrap them securely with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (30 servings)
- Serving size: 1 biscotti
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugar: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 111mg
- Cholesterol: 22mg
This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in fresh produce, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe. Furthermore, different online calculators provide different results depending on their own nutrition fact sources and algorithms. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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I love to bake but have never tried making biscotti before. I always thought it looked daunting and would never be the same as the ones you buy in stores or at coffee shops. This recipe is amazing and really does produce the most perfect biscotti. I am so glad I tried it and cannot wait to try your recipes for other flavours!! It is my new favourite recipe I think!!
Made these today and they were so crunchy and delicious. I added some espresso powder, used mini semi sweet chocolate chips and drizzled with caramel. Thanks. You are completely reliable for great results.
I followed this recipe to the letter and it came out perfectly!!
These Biscotti are wonderful. The recipe is easy to follow and they turned out great. Wonderful chocolate treat!
Jennifer,
These are terrific! You make the impossible seem so easy. The was my first venture into the world of Biscotti and they came out perfect! I haven’t been baking long but using your recipes, it’s like I’m a seasoned veteran.
Thanks for another great recipe!!!
First time EVER making biscotti. Directions were clear and simple to follow. They turned out fabulously.
This is absolutely the BEST chocolate biscotti recipe I have ever made!! Biscotti are the cookie of choice and are enjoyed every day with our morning latte.
This recipe is so popular in our house I have to bake them every week and, have an emergency supply in the freezer. Thank you so much for the recipe!!
These were incredible. Recipe was really easy and they tasted amazing. I dipped some in dark chocolate and drizzled white chocolate on a few as well. Would make amazing holiday gifts.
Tried making biscotti for the first time using this recipe and it turned out great!
Big hit with guests and everyone in the house. A definite make again.
Very good! I added espresso and dipped the bottoms in chocolate 🙂 If my house was not nut free I would definitely add some walnuts!
Hi Jenn,,
Do you think salted butter would work for the biscotti if I did not add additional any additional salt.
Thanks,
Nancy
Hi Nancy, I would just cut out some of salt but not all of it. While it varies by brand, most salted butter has approximately 1/4 tsp. salt per stick, so you can reduce the salt in the recipe as needed. Hope you enjoy!
Make these on the weekend. Quick and easy and smell great baking.
These were the best biscotti we have ever tasted. Excellent recipe! Not hard to make. I added toasted almonds.
I’ve made your double chocolate biscotti several times now. I don’t bother with the confectioners sugar. Too messy to eat. Besides I wear a lot of black! I throw the biscotti in the freezer for portion control. The last batch I made I sprinkled on a tiny bit of Hawaiian Black Salt. Great, easy recipe. Thank you!
The best cookie I have ever baked, or eaten! Turned out perfect.
They turned out awesome! I added pecans to it. Yum!
I’ve made these about 6 times now, and my family loves them! I also dip them in chocolate to make the triple chocolate biscotti. Lol. Thanks for this delicious recipe.
Made these for a surprise santa gift at work. My giftee loves coffee so I added some expresso powder and expresso chocolate chips. Delicious!
great recipe, I added 1 TBS Creme de Cacao and increased the flour by 1 TBS. Also dried in oven at 250F for 30 minutes, changing racks at 15 minutes. Dipped one end into dark chocolate.
I hesitate to put up this review because I love your blog and have had luck with your recipes until now. I made these and the burned on the bottom at 25 minutes. I looked at reviews prior to making and so no mention of this problem. I saved them by cutting off the bottom and dipping in white chocolate. They are yummy. I had to give only 4 stars due to the burning issue. I do want to mention that I have been baking all week and have had no issues with my oven being off. Thank you for this wonderful site. IMG_1088.JPG
Hi Carol, So sorry you had trouble with the cookies burning on the bottom. Is it possible they went into the oven before it was fully preheated? Sometimes that initial surge of heat is enough to burn the cookies. If not, next time try reducing the oven temp to 325°F.
Yes. I am going to do 325 next time. I just wanted your followers to know if they burn their bottoms to just slice the burn off and dip them in chocolate. I liked the white chocolate. It is a nice contrast on this dark biscotti. I wish I could put a picture in my review but it does not seem to work. By the way my husband ate 4 when he got home from work. I quickly froze the rest to save them. I am hoping they freeze well.
Best biscotti ever!
Just made these and im really happy I did. Instructions were very clear and baking times were spot on. They came out exactly like your photos. Thank you soo much. Im a new baker and its a wonderful feeling when things turn out soo well, which doesn’t happen often 🙁 Great way to start holiday baking. First time on your blog and I think its the best. Im gonna make all your recipes!!! Lots of luv!
Welcome and so glad you’re happy with the biscotti!
I just made this recipe and they are delicious! It was easy to follow and providing the photos is a huge plus.
Thank you
The dough was super sticky and while cooking the logs spread a great deal. Any ideas on what may have caused these issues? Taste was fantastic – I added a tablespoon of espresso powder and a teaspoon of cinnamon.
Hi Gail, The dough is sticky by nature but you can always dust with a bit more flour if it is difficult to work with. The logs do spread, but if they get too flat, the addition of a bit more flour will help with that as well.
Just love these biscottis. The only comment I would have is that I wish I had the nutritional information for this recipe.
I drizzle mine with melted chocolate instead of the icing sugar and everyone just loves them, especially my husband.
Hi Lorna, The nutritional data has been added — you will find it beneath the recipe. (Nutritional info is something I’ve only recently added, and I’m still going back and updating older recipes.) So glad you enjoyed 🙂
This recipe is delicious as is. I have made these twice now and both times they were gobbled up at home and at work. I will make them over and over! I feel like they were very easy to make.
I don’t normally leave reviews but I had to with this one, this biscotti is immense!! I’m in the UK and used Cadbury’s cocoa powder and Bourneville chocolate (made it into chips myself). I followed the recipe exactly although it didn’t need as long in the oven (but aren’t ovens like that). It is so lovely and crispy and soooo chocolatey!
i baked them too long and obviously eneded up burning some, but they still tasted amazing ! can I toffee bits ? if yes, how much will you suggest?
Sure, I’d probably start with 3/4 – 1 cup.
How long do the biscotti last? Are they best the day they’re made?
Thanks,
Michelle
Hi Michelle, They actually keep well for at least a week, although they won’t last that long 🙂 Enjoy!
Best biscotti I have ever had! Crispy but not too dry nor bland. Delicious with a cafe au lait! Bonus: my house smelled like brownies for about 6 hours after they were baked, which is definitely a plus as far as I’m concerned.
These are fabulous! I used to buy my biscotti and once we moved it was too difficult to keep buying. Thought I’d try this one. It tastes just like the one I was buying only better as it’s fresher. Very chocolaty and sweet but not too sweet. I added cocoa to my flour that I used on my counter instead of white flour. I also found I had do adjust my over time. Next time I plan to make triple chocolate by either drizzling chocolate over the tops or dipping the bottoms. I’d like to add almonds or hazelnuts too for some extra texture and crunch. Definitely will keep this one!
I followed the recipe, and the biscotti turned out wonderfully. Super easy, and makes a really great coffee-time treat!
I made these and gave them as gifts to people. Super delicious!
What would the result be if I substituted Dutch process cocoa for the natural? Is there an adjustment to be made to the baking soda?
Hi Cyndy, You can substitute natural cocoa powder for Dutch-process in most recipes but not vice versa. You’d need to use baking powder instead of baking soda for Dutch process, and since I haven’t tested the recipe that way, I really can’t advise how much. Sorry!
Hi Jennifer, just like everything I make from your blog, these are fantastic! I’ve made them twice in the last few weeks and the second time added finely chopped crystalized ginger which gave them an amazing tangy bite. Thank you again for your blog and recipes.
Loved this biscotti.
It is crunchy yet tastes like a brownie. My husband loves dunking them in coffee and l loved the cocoa powder. This is easy to make. This biscotti is on my favorite list. Thank you!
I have just discovered your site – just the sort of things I like to make and bake – and such clear instructions. One thing – I live in Australia and we use metric cups, i.e.
1 cup of flour is 150g. So am I right in converting your cup measurements to American weight e.g. 1 cup of flour equals 120g. Many thanks. Anita
Hi Anita, Welcome to the site! I use the spoon-and-level method to measure flour, so one cup of all-purpose flour is equal to 128g or 4.5 ounces.
Thanks, Jenn, for your quick response. 5 stars for the biscotti! They are ready to be packaged for gifts today. I love it when a recipe works first time, absolutely perfect. Wishing you and your family a very Happy 2015 and looking forward to making more of your recipes in the new year.
This was a quick and easy recipe – I was in a pinch for Christmas baking and this turned out perfectly!
Your son was spot on with his description! These were easy to mix (I used my regular mixer), using ingredients I always have on hand, and the outcome was impressive in taste and presentation. The texture, crunch,and subtle flavor are what biscotti are all about. This is going to be my new go to recipe for anyone who needs a boost or a treat! It pairs with anything from milk to wine. There is not one thing I would change in this recipe. Easier than a cookie, and certainly more impressive. Mine even looked like yours in your pictures! Thank you once again.
Love this recipe, have made it many times. I also add espresso powder and I recommend you use the mini choc chips as the cookie is less likely to break when you cut it.
Absolutely delicious. Had to steel myself not to indulge before dinner.
I added a half teaspoon of instant coffee which I usually do when baking with chocolate. Not sure it made a difference; they are soooo good
By far our favorite cookie with Vanilla Gelato. Yum! I purchase Ghirardelli (Dark/Milk/White) Chocolate from the bulk section of my local market, also Dutch processed Cocoa to make these the best tasting biscotti’s on the block. Perfect with an espresso too!
These are the best biscotti ever. They are not overly sweet, nor are they too hard on the teeth, as some biscotti can be. I always follow the recipe exactly, except to skip the powdered sugar at the end. They go well with coffee, tea, or red wine after dinner. They make a lovely hostess gift too.
I’ve just taken out my fourth batch of these biscotti. They are very easy to make and come out tasting so delicious! They’re my holiday gift this year for all of my neighbors. I plan on making more in a few weeks for my own family holiday party . Thank you for this great recipe. Actually I haven’t experienced a bad recipe from your blog yet…and I’ve tried at least a half dozen.
These were amazing! Super chocolatey flavor without being over-the-top rich. This is the second recipe I’ve tried off your website and I am very impressed so far! Very simple as well and I loved that I already had everything in my pantry.
One question: have you tried this dough recipe as a basic drop cookie? The dough smells AMAZING and I am wanting to try them softer as well for times when I want a fudgier cookie fix. Will the recipe work for this without modification and what do you think the bake time would be? Thanks!
Hi Erin, So glad you enjoyed the biscotti! I haven’t tried this as drop cookies but I think you’re probably better off with a recipe like my Chocolate Crinkles if you want a chocolate drop cookie — they are very fudgy. Here’s the link: https://www.onceuponachef.com/2010/09/chocolate-fudge-crinkles.html
Thanks! I will definitey give those a try!
FYI: I decided to forge ahead with an experiement to try these as a drop cookie – success!! I used a 2t scoop and flattened the dough balls with my fingers (they stayed domed and tasted underbaked otherwise). Baked at 350 degrees for 12 minutes and they were nicely crisped on the outside while soft and cakey inside – just as fudgy and delicious, but in a traditional cookie form. Excellent recipe both ways so thank you again!
I have never made biscotti before because it looked to complicated. This was the easiest recipe ever. The cookies are fabulous. They are the perfect treat to dunk in my coffee. Thanks so much for this site.
Our measurements are different in Australia and we don’t have “sticks” of butter …. How many grams of butter is used please!
Hi Michelle, 1 stick or 1/2 cup butter is equal to 4 ounces, or 113 grams. Please come back and let me know how they turn out!
How long will the Double Chocolate Biscotti keep? What is the best way to store them?
Hi Judy, They keep well for about a week in an air tight container.
These look oh so divine — and super easy! I plan on making them this weekend (or when the weather cools next week) and will report back.
But every recipe of yours I’ve tried I’ve loved. And you always make things easy.
Jenn — when are you going to write a cookbook?? Please do!
Thank you, Dee!