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Golden slices of Fig and Pistachio Biscotti with pieces of fig and chopped pistachios on a rustic plate.

Fig and Pistachio Biscotti


  • Total Time: 1 hour 14 minutes
  • Yield: 12 biscotti 1x

Description

Crisp twice-baked Italian cookies studded with sweet dried figs and crunchy pistachios, perfect for pairing with coffee or wine.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup dried figs, chopped
  • 3/4 cup pistachios, chopped and toasted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

    3. Beat eggs, sugar, olive oil, orange zest, and vanilla until pale and smooth.

    4. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until a thick dough forms, then stir in figs and pistachios.

    5. Divide dough into two logs on a floured surface, each 10 inches long and 2 inches wide.

    6. Place logs on prepared sheet, flatten tops, and bake 25–30 minutes until light golden.

    7. Cool logs on the sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cutting board.

    8. Slice logs diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces with a serrated knife.

    9. Arrange slices cut-side down, reduce oven to 325°F (160°C), and bake 10–12 minutes per side until crisp.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 54 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 biscotto

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