Chocolate Cantucci is a twist on the traditional almond biscotti, packed with chocolate chips and cocoa powder for a decadent treat. Perfect for dipping into coffee or enjoying as a sweet snack, these crunchy cookies are easy to make and impossible to resist.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Divide dough in half and shape each half into a log about 12 inches long and 2 inches wide.
- Place logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into 1-inch thick slices.
- Arrange the slices on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Cantucci are traditionally served with vin santo, a sweet Italian dessert wine, for dipping.
The name 'Cantucci' comes from the Latin word 'canto', meaning 'corner', referring to the shape of the biscotti.