Sinful Chocolate Biscotti

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)

Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes preparation and baking time)

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until smooth. Add the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
4. Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a firm dough forms.
5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll into a long log shape.
6. Place the log on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, or until firm and cooked through.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
8. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
9. Slice the log into ½ inch thick pieces and place them back on the baking sheet.
10. Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 250 per serving (based on 8 servings)
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor
• Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
• Ideal as a dessert or coffee-time snack

User Comments:

1. "These biscotti are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and they are so easy to make."
2. "These are the best chocolate biscotti I've ever had. The texture is perfect - crispy yet moist."
3. "I love how versatile these are - they can be served as a dessert or as a snack with coffee."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use good quality cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
• For a richer chocolate flavor, you can use dark chocolate chips or chunks instead of regular chocolate chips.
• Store the biscotti in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer.