Chocolate Popcorn Biscotti
Indulge your taste buds with this unique and irresistible Chocolate Popcorn Biscotti, a delightful twist on the classic Italian treat. This recipe combines the rich flavors of unsweetened cocoa and dark chocolate chips with the unexpected crunch of chopped popcorn, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Twice-baked to achieve that signature crisp texture, these biscotti are ideal for dipping in coffee, hot chocolate, or enjoying as a standalone snack. With a drizzle of melted dark chocolate as an optional finishing touch, these gourmet biscotti are both visually stunning and utterly delicious. Perfect for gifting or enjoying at home, this recipe is a must-try for chocolate lovers looking for a creative new treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup popped popcorn, roughly chopped
- 0.25 cup optional: melted dark chocolate for drizzle
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the vanilla extract and melted butter.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough starts to form. It will be thick but manageable.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped popcorn, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a flat log approximately 10 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the logs in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes, or until they’re firm enough to handle.
Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick biscotti pieces.
Lay the biscotti slices cut-side down on the baking sheet. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, then flip them over and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until they are crisp and dry.
Remove the biscotti from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
If desired, drizzle the cooled biscotti with melted dark chocolate for an extra touch of indulgence.
Store the biscotti in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.0 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 1267 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 519.9 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.0 g | 186% | |
| Total Sugars | 249.2 g | ||
| Protein | 76.2 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 44.5 mg | 247% | |
| Potassium | 2961 mg | 63% | |
*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.
