Warm up your holiday season with these festive, crisp, and perfectly spiced Eggnog Biscotti! Infused with the cozy flavors of nutmeg, cinnamon, and creamy eggnog, these twice-baked cookies deliver the perfect balance of crunch and holiday cheer in every bite. Whether enjoyed plain or drizzled with a sweet eggnog glaze, the optional addition of white chocolate chips and a hint of rum extract makes these biscotti irresistibly unique. Easy to make and ideal for gifting or pairing with your morning coffee or hot cocoa, this recipe is a delightful twist on traditional biscotti that celebrates the essence of the holidays. Perfect for all your seasonal snacking and entertaining needs!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and ground cinnamon.
Cut the butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, eggnog, vanilla extract, and rum extract (if using).
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If using white chocolate chips, fold them into the dough at this stage.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide it in half. Shape each half into a log approximately 9 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the logs are firm to the touch and lightly golden. Remove them from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange the slices cut-side down on the baking sheet.
Return the biscotti to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes. Flip the slices over and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until dry and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
For the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled biscotti and allow the glaze to set before serving.
Calories |
3185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 73.7 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.0 g | 195% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 709 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 1370 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 570.0 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 333.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.4 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.