Espresso and Almond Biscotti Bliss

A rich espresso treat with crunchy almond biscotti and sweet vanilla cream

Love the classic combo of coffee and cookies? This Espresso and Almond Biscotti Bliss brings together bold espresso with homemade crunchy almond biscotti, creating the perfect Italian coffee break experience!

This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using freshly pulled shots of dark roast espresso and our easy-to-follow biscotti recipe, you'll create an authentic café-style treat. The almond-studded cookies are perfect for dunking into the hot espresso, making it ideal for slow weekend mornings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Get ready to fall in love with this classic Italian coffee and cookie combo!

Perfect dunking cookies that get even better in hot espresso
Easy to make ahead - biscotti stay fresh for weeks
Authentic Italian flavors in your own kitchen
Great for entertaining or gifting

Espresso and Almond Biscotti Bliss

A rich espresso treat with crunchy almond biscotti and sweet vanilla cream

Espresso, Biscotti, Italian Coffee, Almond Cookies, Coffee and Cookies, Italian Dessert

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Equipment

Espresso machine
Burr grinder
Baking sheets
Mixing bowls
Measuring cups and spoons
Sharp knife
Parchment paper

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup whole almonds, roughly chopped
36g dark roast espresso beans
Water for espresso machine

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl
Whisk eggs and extracts in a separate bowl
Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in chopped almonds
Form dough into two 12-inch logs on a baking sheet
Bake for 25 minutes until lightly golden
Cool for 10 minutes, then slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces
Reduce oven to 325°F (165°C) and bake slices for 20-25 minutes until crisp
Grind espresso beans and prepare espresso shots
Serve hot espresso with biscotti for dunking

Pro Tips

Toast the almonds before adding them to the biscotti dough for extra flavor
Let the biscotti cool completely between first and second baking for the crispiest texture
Use freshly ground espresso beans for the best flavor
Store biscotti in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks

Calories: 186kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 31mg, Sodium: 89mg, Potassium: 102mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 52IU, Calcium: 48mg, Iron: 1mg

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