Banana Pecan Biscotti
Elevate your coffee break with this delightful Banana Pecan Biscotti recipe, where the natural sweetness of ripe banana meets the nutty crunch of pecans in a perfectly crisp, golden-baked treat. These twice-baked Italian-inspired cookies are subtly flavored with vanilla and a hint of optional cinnamon for added warmth, making them a comforting companion to your morning espresso or afternoon tea. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe yields a batch of 12 beautifully crunchy biscotti that are as perfect for gifting as they are for snacking. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a biscotti beginner, this flavorful twist on the classic is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups pecans, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon optional ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and optional cinnamon. Set aside.
In another bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a dough begins to form. Fold in the chopped pecans.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a log approximately 12 inches long and 3 inches wide.
Transfer the log to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the log is firm to the touch and lightly golden.
Remove the log from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the log into 1/2-inch thick biscotti slices. Lay the slices cut-side down on the baking sheet.
Bake the biscotti for an additional 10-12 minutes on each side, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.8 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 93 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
