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Close-up of sliced Fig and Pistachio Biscotti stacked beside a cup of espresso on a wooden board.

How to Make Fig and Pistachio Biscotti – Sweet Meets Savory Delight


  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: about 20 biscotti

Description

Discover how to bake crunchy fig and pistachio biscotti that balance the honeyed chew of dried figs with the nutty crunch of roasted pistachios. Perfect for coffee breaks, dessert platters, or holiday gifts, this recipe guides you through mixing, shaping, and double baking to achieve the signature biscotti snap. With simple ingredients, easy substitutions for gluten-free or vegan diets, and expert tips for flavor variations and pairings, you’ll master this sweet meets savory treat and delight friends and family with every golden slice.


Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour, 2 cups (250g)
  • baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons
  • salt, 1/4 teaspoon
  • unsalted butter, softened, 4 tablespoons (60g)
  • granulated sugar, 3/4 cup (150g)
  • eggs, 2 large
  • pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
  • dried figs, chopped, 3/4 cup (about 8-10 figs)
  • shelled pistachios, roasted, 3/4 cup
  • optional lemon zest or honey, 1 teaspoon

  • Instructions

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

    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt

    3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy

    4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract

    5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a dough forms

    6. Stir in chopped figs and pistachios until evenly distributed

    7. Divide dough in half and shape each into a log 2 inches wide and 3/4 inch thick on the baking sheet

    8. Bake logs for 25 to 30 minutes until lightly golden and firm

    9. Let logs cool on the pan for 10 minutes

    10. Slice logs diagonally into 3/4-inch-thick pieces

    11. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C)

    12. Arrange slices cut side down on the baking sheet

    13. Bake slices for 10 to 12 minutes per side, flipping halfway through

    14. Transfer biscotti to a wire rack and cool completely before serving or storing

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 50 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 biscotti

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