Easy Mocha Biscotti

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg and coffee.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
6. Divide dough in half and shape each half into a 12-inch long loaf.
7. Place loaves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
9. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
10. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut loaves diagonally into 1-inch thick slices.
11. Return slices to baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes more, or until crisp.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crunchy, coffee-flavored biscotti
• Perfect for dipping in coffee or tea
• Easy to make with simple ingredients

User Comments:

• "These biscotti were so delicious! They were the perfect accompaniment to my morning coffee."
• "I love the mocha flavor. It's not too strong, but it's definitely there."
• "These biscotti are so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have strong brewed coffee, you can use 1/2 cup of regular coffee plus 1/4 cup of water.
• To make chocolate-dipped biscotti, dip half of each slice into melted chocolate.