Best Healthy Low Calorie Chocolate Biscotti Recipes

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HEALTHY LOW-CALORIE CHOCOLATE BISCOTTI



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NOTE: Thanks to the past review, I have updated the recipe so you shouldnt have any of the problems she had =]. This recipe is: a) Chocolatey and b) healthier. yes, healthier! Great with coffee or a warm drink. Note: i dont remember if when i made whether i greased to pan or used tinfoil.

Provided by I Cant Believe Its

Categories     Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup chocolate chips
3 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • In a small bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla together, Set aside.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cocoa and salt in a large bowl.
  • Gradually add the egg mixture and beat until dough forms.
  • Fold in chocolate chips.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a log, Place log on greased cooking sheet.
  • bake for 20 mins, or until firm to touch.
  • Let cool on wire rack for 10 minutes.
  • cut log into 1/2 inch thick pieces, Assemble on baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-15 mins then flip each piece and bake for 10-15 mins more, remove from oven and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.6, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 40.6, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 8.2, Protein 2.7

HEALTHY BISCOTTI



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These are very versatile, feel free to mix and match flavours. Here are a few ideas: coffee liqueur/hazelnut/dark chocolate chips, cranberry/orange/pistachio, orange/walnut, date/hazelnut, pineapple/coconut, vanilla/white chocolate chips/Macadamia nuts, etc. etc. Cooling time is included in cooking time.

Provided by Geniale Genie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h3m

Yield 36 biscotti

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup light olive oil
1/4-1/2 cup sugar (depending on chosen flavours and personal taste)
3/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
1 1/4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
1 cup slivered almonds, broken up

Steps:

  • Blend oil and sugar. Mix in extracts, lemon juice and zest; add eggs. Beat until creamy and light.
  • Combine flour, salt, and baking powder; gradually stir into liquids.
  • Work in cherries and nuts by hand.
  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • On a lined baking sheet, form dough into two logs (12 x 2 in) - if dough is too sticky, wet hands with cold water.
  • Bake 35 minutes or until lightly browned. Allow to cool or 10 minutes.
  • Reduce oven to 275°F.
  • Cut logs diagonally into 3/4-inch think slices; lay on their sides on same baking sheet. Return to oven another 8-10 minutes, or until dry.

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