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14) Banana Walnut Biscotti for Dipping

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large ripe banana mashed (about 1/3 cup)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and brown sugar until smooth, then beat in mashed banana, egg, and vanilla.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients until just combined, fold in walnuts (and chips if using).
  5. Shape dough into a log about 12 x 3 inches on the sheet. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden. Let cool 10 minutes, then slice 3/4-inch thick.
  7. Arrange slices cut-side down and bake 10–12 more minutes per side until crisp. Cool completely.