Chocolate and apricot biscotti

Chocolate and apricot biscotti are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of dark chocolate with the sweet, slightly tangy taste of dried apricots. Perfect for dunking into your favorite coffee or tea, these biscotti are a great way to elevate your snack time or dessert options. This recipe is a breeze to whip up, requiring just a few simple ingredients to create a batch of these crispy, twice-baked cookies.

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Instructions:

Tips:

- Use room temperature eggs: Using eggs at room temperature helps them incorporate more easily into the batter, resulting in a smoother dough and more even baking.

- Chop dried apricots and chocolate finely: Smaller pieces will distribute more evenly throughout the biscotti, ensuring that every bite has a bit of apricot and chocolate.

- Shape the dough into a log: When shaping the dough into a log, make sure it is even and compact, as this will help the biscotti bake more uniformly.

- Allow the first bake to cool slightly: Letting the biscotti cool for a few minutes before slicing them for the second bake will help prevent them from crumbling.

- Use a serrated knife for cutting: Using a serrated knife helps to cut the biscotti without breaking them, ensuring clean, even slices for the second bake.

- Store in an airtight container: To maintain their crispness, store the baked biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature. They should keep well for up to two weeks.

Congratulations! You've just made a fantastic batch of chocolate and apricot biscotti. Whether you enjoy them with a hot beverage or on their own, these biscotti are sure to impress with their unique flavor combination and satisfying crunch. Happy baking!