Brownie Alpine Biscotti

Name: Brownie Alpine Biscotti
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch size); 3/4 cup ground almonds; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 large egg plus 3 large egg whites; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, optional; 3 ounces white baking chocolate, optional

"I love visiting with friends over a pot of coffee, so I developed these crisp, chocolaty cookies to munch along with each cup," comments Jeanie Williams of Minnetonka, Minnesota. Brownie mix makes them easy to stir up, and a white chocolate and almond topping adds a festive look.

Ingredients

1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch size)
3/4 cup ground almonds
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg plus 3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup sliced almonds, optional
3 ounces white baking chocolate, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, ground almonds, flour and baking powder. In a small bowl, whisk egg, egg whites and extract. Add to brownie mixture; stir until combined.
Divide dough into thirds. On a greased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 7x3-1/2-in. rectangle. Bake at 350° for 24 minutes. Remove from the oven; cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Transfer to a cutting board; cut diagonally with a serrated knife into 3/4-in. slices. Place cut side down on greased baking sheets. Bake 12-14 minutes longer or until firm.
Cool on wire racks. If desired, sprinkle with sliced almonds and drizzle with chocolate. Let stand until chocolate is completely set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 228 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 182mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

Originally published as Brownie Alpine Biscotti in Quick Cooking November/December 1998

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Stephanie

Mar 17, 2019

The loaves spread and formed a huge blob. Disappointed.
coppertop67

Mar 5, 2016

I had issues finding almond flour/ground almonds....for a double batch, I took 6 oz of sliced almonds and put them through the blender then topped with whole wheat flour and it worked.Also, I don't like that there are "hidden" nuts in here because I ship a lot overseas so I actually did this without the ground almonds...I replaced that 3/4 cup with 3/4 cup whole wheat flour. While the almond version is better, both were very good and turned out a great consistency. I also replaced the almond extract with vanilla extract.I didn't have flour issues - yes it is very sticky and I had to almost "knead" it with my hands to get it mixed and then ended up with club hands in getting this on the cookies sheets, but I never did add any extra flour and they turned out well.
gspreitzer

Dec 12, 2014

My recipe doesn't show any amount for eggs or egg whites. Help!
mebolen

Dec 6, 2012

I made these as gifts for Christmas last year. I do remember having to add some extra flour to get them into the loaf shapes for baking. The beauty of this recipe is starting with a packaged brownie mix. What a time saver! Everyone I gave them to said they loved them. If I have time this year, I'll make them again and keep them for me and my husband!
cmroot

Nov 7, 2012

Thanks to the feedback of previous posts I added 3/4 cut flour instead of 1/2 cup. This resulted in the ideal consistency and the result was delicious biscotti. They tasted and looked better then most I have had from my local cafe!
Vitti

Jan 16, 2012

Too hard, not what I had hoped for
battbet

Dec 19, 2011

There appears to be a mistake in this recipe. It needs more flour because the batter was very wet and sticky. Even after refrigerating the dough, it was not possible to shape the dough.
katycaruso

Dec 10, 2010

I made a batch last night and it's my husband's new favorite. It's very simple but gorgeous! It is a bit difficult to mix with so little moisture, but worth it. Baking times were accurate for me. Thanks for the great recipe!
mandmkitties

Dec 27, 2009

I was totally dsiappointed with the final product. It needs to bake longer, as one of my loafs crumbled when going to transfer it to a cutting board, therefor it was wasted. I would truly reconsider this recipe if it yielded a bit more than what it claims. A waste of ingredients if you ask me.
grantryan

Nov 25, 2009

I make this biscotti every year for Christmas gifts and it is a real hit. My friends & relatives always request it. I leave off the white chocolate, though, because it stores better without it.