Pumpkin Muffin Biscotti Dippers (Print Version)
Twice-baked dippers combine pumpkin spice, crunchy biscotti, and muffin-like softness for cozy snacking.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
11 - 1/2 cup pure pumpkin purée
12 - 2 large eggs
13 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Mix-Ins
15 - 1 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
16 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin purée, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
05 - Fold in chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips, if using.
06 - Divide the dough in half. Shape each portion into a log approximately 10 inches long and 2 inches wide. Place logs on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart, and flatten tops slightly.
07 - Bake for 25 minutes or until the logs are set and lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 10 minutes.
08 - Lower oven temperature to 300°F.
09 - Using a serrated knife, slice each log diagonally into dippers about 1/2 inch thick. Arrange slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
10 - Bake for 10 minutes, flip each piece, and continue baking for another 10–12 minutes, until biscotti are crisp and golden.
11 - Transfer biscotti to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Packed with cozy pumpkin spice flavor
- Great for dipping and gifting
02 -
- Letting biscotti cool in the oven creates extra crunch
- You can easily make these nut-free by omitting nuts
03 -
- Drizzle cooled dippers with melted chocolate for added festivity
- Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks for lasting freshness