Gingerbread Biscotti
Shruthi
Gingerbread Biscotti are crunchy, twice-baked cookies packed with warm spices and deep molasses flavor.They are perfect for dunking and have a long shelf life.The recipe is simple and beginner-friendly.Ideal for holidays, gifting, or everyday enjoyment.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American with Italian-inspired flavors, holiday baking
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
In another bowl, mix brown sugar, molasses, eggs, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a dough.
Shape dough into a log and place on baking sheet.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until firm. Cool for 10 minutes.
Slice into biscotti pieces and lay flat on the tray.
Bake again for 10–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Cool completely.
- Biscotti will crisp further as they cool.
- Molasses adds moisture and deep flavour.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal.
- Slice carefully with a serrated knife.
- Store in an airtight container.
Keyword Christmas baking, Gingerbread Biscotti, Holiday cookies, Spiced Biscotti, twice baked cookies