Save to Pinterest Crispy, twice-baked biscotti infused with dried apples and caramel, perfect for dunking into coffee or hot cider.
I enjoyed crafting these biscotti dunkers for cool autumn mornings. Their crisp texture and caramel drizzle make them a comforting treat with coffee or cider.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (280 g)
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Unsalted butter, at room temperature: 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup (150 g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Dried apples, chopped: 3/4 cup (90 g)
- Soft caramel candies, chopped: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling, optional): 1/3 cup (60 g)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Combine:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Add-ins:
- Fold in chopped dried apples and caramel candies.
- Shape Dough:
- Divide the dough in half. On the prepared baking sheet, shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide. Flatten slightly.
- First Bake:
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Slice Dunkers:
- Using a serrated knife, slice logs diagonally into 3/4-inch-thick dunkers. Place cut side down on the baking sheet.
- Second Bake:
- Bake for an additional 12 minutes, flip, and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, until crisp and dry. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Drizzle (Optional):
- If desired, drizzle cooled dunkers with caramel sauce before serving.
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering for afternoon coffee and cookies. These dunkers have become a favorite for our weekend baking sessions.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer, baking sheet, parchment paper, serrated knife, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy), and may contain nuts if using caramel candies with nuts or adding pecans
Nutritional Information (per dunker)
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 3 g, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 2 g
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these biscotti dunkers fresh from the oven. Share them with friends over coffee for a warm and sweet treat.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I get the biscotti crunchy?
Twice baking the sliced logs ensures the dunkers are crisp and dry. Cool on a wire rack for best texture.
- → Can I use fresh apples instead of dried?
Dried apples are preferred for texture. Fresh apples add moisture, which can affect crispness.
- → Is a caramel drizzle necessary?
The caramel drizzle is optional. It adds extra sweetness and a glossy finish to the dunkers.
- → How should I store the dunkers?
Store cooled dunkers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- → Can nuts be added for flavor?
Toast and chop pecans for an extra nutty flavor. Mix into the dough with apples and caramel.
- → What beverages pair well with these?
Serve with hot coffee, tea, or warm apple cider to complement the caramel and apple flavors.