Infused with espresso, toasted almonds and a drizzle of creamy melted chocolate, these Espresso Amaretti Biscotti with Chocolate Drizzle make for a flavorful breakfast or an indulgent dessert with your after-dinner coffee!
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Medaglia d’Oro. As always, all opinions are 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make Ciao Chow Bambina possible.
I don’t think I’m going out on a limb here when I say there are two types of families; one that prefers tea, and the other, coffee…
If you haven’t already guessed – we are a coffee family. Not to say that we don’t enjoy a nice cup of tea every once in a while, we do; but the truth of our passion is this – we have coffee when we:
- wake up
- road trip
- settle in with a good book
- finish a tasty meal
- enjoy a movie at the theater
- brave chilly nights on bleachers
- relax
Did you know that today is National Biscotti Day and International Coffee Day? It’s almost too much to handle! I have to say though, with coffee like Medaglia d’Oro always at the ready, everyday is like International Coffee Day in our house!
I love it for its unusually rich and aromatic flavor and for its authentic, bold Italian-style. A sturdy mug of piping hot Medaglia d’Oro coffee warms me from the inside-out… It’s as comforting and familiar as the oversized cozy denim shirts that are staple to my wardrobe…
Here’s the thing about coffee and me, we go way back…
When I was growing up, our extended family lived about an hour’s drive away. We spent the majority of our weekends traveling north to visit our relatives and it was rare to arrive at Mema’s house and not be treated to a fried pepper sandwich and the certainty that canasta and coffee would fill the hours until bedtime.
Sometimes my cousins and I would play a couple hands, but most of the time we’d watch the adults from the perspective of a cozy couch situated with a perfect view from Mema’s parlor. Meme’s dining table, littered with laughter and coffee cups, became our focus. We’d enjoy different combinations of family members from our large and boisterous Italian troop as they’d drop in at any given moment… Aunt Angie, Aunt Florence and Aunt Rosie… Uncle Dominick, Uncle Joey, Uncle Tony and Aunt Julia… Aunt Ticky, Mary, Nicky and Uncle Pete… It seemed Mema’s house was equipped with a well-oiled revolving door! I imagine that my sweet and oh-so-hospitable gram went through as much coffee as she did garlic and Romano.
So as you might guess, coffee holds a special place in my heart (as well as my tastebuds). Coffee black and unsweetened is my cup of choice, and Medaglia d’Oro is my brand of choice. But not only does Medaglia d’Oro make a delicious robust cup of coffee, it makes for a wonderful ingredient in ice creams as well as biscotti.
The original recipe for these biscotti came from my sister. I’ve altered the ingredients to include toasty nutty whole almonds, a gorgeous drizzle of creamy milk chocolate, and, of course, coffee. The base recipe is tried and true and easily adapts to new mix-ins. It’s a keeper of a recipe, if I do say so myself!
These Espresso Amaretti Biscotti made with the Medaglia d’Oro Espresso Instant Coffee coupled with a cup of freshly brewed Espresso Italian Roast Ground Coffee create a meal fit for all the kings and queens of your life.
Oh! And there’s this! ——> I’m not normally the dunking type – but these biscotti dipped into this coffee will have you believing your sitting inside the bar that’s set right next door to Trevi Fountain…THE Trevi Fountain.
Yep, the experience is that Italian!
For more information about Medaglia d’Oro, and to find locations that sell the espresso near you, visit MedagliadOro.com and follow Medaglia d’Oro on Facebook. To buy Medaglia d’Oro now, click here.
Buon Appetito!
PrintEspresso Amaretti Biscotti with Chocolate Drizzle
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Description
Infused with espresso, toasted almonds and a drizzle of creamy melted chocolate, these Espresso Amaretti Biscotti with Chocolate Drizzle make for a flavorful breakfast or an indulgent dessert with your after-dinner coffee!
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp. Medaglia d’Oro Instant Espresso Coffee
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 Tbsp. almond extract
- ¾ cups toasted whole almonds
- ½ cup chocolate melting wafers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites and extract until fully combined. Add to the dry ingredients.
- Using an electric mixer, mix until moist.
- Add the almonds and slowly mix in.
- Place dough on a floured surface and divide in half.
- Pat each into a log about 14 inches long by 1.5 inches wide.
- Place logs on a cookie sheet.
- Bake at 325 F for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and reduce oven temperature to 300 F.
- Using a serrated knife, cut biscotti into ½ inch slices.
- Stand the slices upright on the cookie sheet and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Remove biscotti from the oven, let cool.
- In the meantime, melt chocolate wafers using a double boiler, then drizzle over biscotti.
- Serve.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Medaglia d’Oro. The opinions and text are all mine.
Mary Jo says
I had some difficulty with this recipe … I doubled it correctly but the dough was too soft to roll into logs. I added more flour to get it off the board. I have extra large eggs … could that have been the problem ?
Annie says
The eggs should not be a problem… it is a dough that’s on the softer side, however, I’m not sure why it was too soft for rolling…
Anna says
Hi I noticed there is no oil or butter in the recipe is this correct?
Annie says
Hi Anna, This is correct. 🙂
Carolina Faulkner says
Hi Annie! The biscotti look delicious! How many cookies does this recipe make? I would like to make them for Christmas and I want to make sure that I make enough. Capisce?
Molto grazie!
Carolina
Annie says
Capisce! 🙂 You’ll get 20 – 24 biscotti, depending on how thick you slice them. Thanks for your question! Prego!
Marissa says
Nothing like biscotti and yours look absolutely perfect!! This time of year, I love to curl up with a book and something warm to drink and a biscotti or two makes the experience that much better.
Annie says
It sure does! You’re hitting all the right notes! Thanks, friend!
Manali@CookWithManali says
so perfect! I want one with my coffee!
Annie says
Great way to start the day! 🙂
stacey @ The Sugar Coated Cottage says
We’re a split family, my mom and I are all about the coffee and my brother and dad are all about the tea. However, this biscotti could easily unite us all 😉 . I love that you added almonds and espresso, what a delight for the tastebuds!! And the Trevi Fountain scene, I’ve been there and you are so right!! Take care.
Annie says
Ahhhhh – that Trevi Fountain scene….sighhhhh… Biscotti = Unifier! Love it!! 🙂
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Is it weird I like coffee and tea?? But, I like my coffee iced and I like my tea warm or cold. 🙂 I’m an odd one for sure. Anyways, is there anything better than homemade biscotti with your morning coffee (or tea)?! I think not! And these look just amazing, girlfriend!!!! LOVE the amaretti cookies, so I can just imagine how delicious these are! Cheers, dear!
P.S. I was scrolling the comments thinking, “I KNOW I commented on these!!!” And then I realized I must have just drooled over these so many times on social media I just THOUGHT I commented! Oops!!! Sorry, babe! XO
Annie says
Not weird at all! I like both too – tend to lean toward loving ‘served hot’ for both! Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day, Chey! xo
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
I am a huge biscotti lover! I always have a batch on hand. So perfect with my afternoon coffee and they keep a nice long time, too. Loving this classic biscotti. Perfection 🙂
Annie says
Nothing like a hot cup of coffee and biscotti to get us through the afternoon slump! Thanks, friend!
Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says
I also love my coffee!! And I love biscotti too! That’s my favorite kind of cookie! Love this version with toasted almonds and lots of coffee for the bold kick!
Annie says
So easy to wake up to this wonderful breakfast! Thank you, Deepika!
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
We are definitely a biscotti household! We went through a (long) phase where we always had homemade biscotti in the cookie jar. We’re also a 100% coffee household too (with the occasional rooibos tea) 😉
I love, love the flavours of this biscotti recipe! Pinning!
Annie says
You just reminded me…my life is missing ‘a cookie jar’! That sounds like the perfect filler to me! 🙂
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
This biscotti looks marvelous…especially with a cup of coffee! I’m not really a dunker but I love to eat biscotti while I’m drinking my coffee.
Annie says
Thanks, Kathy! I’m not typically a dunker either but these have made a believer out of me! 😉 🙂
Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says
Love that coffee brings back such great memories of your family, Annie. And I love this biscotti – the perfect crunchy afternoon snack. One question, how long can you store biscotti? Have a great weekend!
Annie says
It is the perfect snack! I have to be honest – we’ve never had a batch go longer than through the weekend, 😉 however, if kept in an airtight container in a cool dry place, they should retain their crunchiness for at least two weeks (Crunchy Foods)… Thanks, friend! Have a great week!
Marisa says
I had no idea it was national biscotti AND coffee day! Your biscotti look sinfully delicious!
Annie says
Let’s turn it into biscotti and coffee weekend! Thanks, friend!
mira says
Love biscotti, but I’ve never made them. These look fantastic! Pinning to try them soon!
Annie says
Thanks, Mira! This is one of my favorites! 🙂
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
Coffee and biscotti is one of my favorite combos, and you’ve added to the coffee goodness by adding it right to the biscotti!
Annie says
Coffee all around! Such a cozy thought! Thanks, friend!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Sounds like you have fabulous memories from Mema’s! BIscotti is one of my favorite kind of cookies! And I am also a big fan of Medaglia d’Oro! So excited to get these on my baking list!
Annie says
Oh, I sure do!! Biscotti is such a treat and Medaglia d’Oro is the best! It is my favorite cup of coffee in the morning! Thanks, my friend! Have a wonderful weekend!
Cindy says
Hiya from Cali! It has been hectic over here with my move, blogging, and trying to keep up with life. HA. This coffee and dessert thing looks amazeballs! i can spread that meal across all of my vital food categories and eat that all day. Survival food.
Annie says
Yes! Survival food! I’m feeling much better now! 😉 You are a busy lady, chica! Thanks for stopping by with a kind word! 🙂
Milena | Craft Beering says
I can totally handle the double national day today:) The biscotti and the coffee. Especially after yesterday’s Drink Beer National Day..Loving your coffee cups. Like they were made for dunking amaretti biscotti:) Have a great weekend Annie!
Annie says
The cups were definitely made for dunking! And this is the perfect biscotti to go for it! Thanks, friend! 🙂
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
Cheers to that with a big ol pot o coffee, my friend! We are a coffee family too. Though, do enjoy tea too. It’s raining here today and all I want to do is curl with a blanket, coffee and a bunch of these delicious biscotti 🙂 Have you ever watched ‘Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee’ with Jerry Seinfeld? If you haven’t, stop whatever you are doing and go look for it. It’s basically Jerry with another celebrity getting coffee and chatting. No one is pushing anything and it is so good. And the coffee shots? I’m telling you, you’ve never wanted coffee more. Let me know if you watch it! I can’t wait to try this biscotti cause I know how delicious your other biscotti is. I see this one in my future, that’s for sure 😉 Pinned! Have a wonderful weekend, sweets! XOXO
Annie says
I actually have seen that show and I love it! Our family loves anything that Jerry’s involved with! 🙂 Thanks for your kind words, Dawn! I know how much you love biscotti – I think you’ll be pleased with this one, too! Have a great weekend, dear! XOXO
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Mmm this biscotti looks perfect for national coffee day! Love that chocolate drizzle on top!
Annie says
Chocolate and coffee are a match made in heaven! Thanks, Gayle!