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Sweet Potato Biscotti
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Sweetpotato Biscotti

Sweetpotato Biscotti combine grated sweetpotato, orange zest, walnuts, and shredded coconut into crisp, twice-baked cookies with a lightly sweet, nutty flavor. Perfect for dipping in coffee or tea, these biscotti offer a unique twist on the classic Italian treat with added texture and natural sweetness from sweetpotatoes.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 99kcal

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups unpeeled coarsely grated sweetpotato 1 large, about 8 ounces
  • ½ cup finely chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° Lightly grease large baking sheet.
  • In medium bowl, beat together sugar and butter. Add eggs; beat well.
  • Add flour, baking powder, orange zest and salt. Beat on low speed until combined.
  • Fold in sweetpotato, walnuts, and coconut.
  • Divide dough into two equal pieces. With oiled hands, shape each piece into a log about 2 inches by 11 inches. Place on baking sheet.
  • Bake until firm and golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to cooling rack; cool 15 minutes.
  • Trim thin slice from ends of logs. Cut logs into ½-inch-thick slices.
  • Place slices on 2 ungreased baking sheets with cut side down. Bake 12 minutes. Turn and bake until crisp and golden, 10 to 12 minutes longer.
  • Cool completely. Store in tightly covered container.

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Sweetpotato Biscotti
Serving Size
 
1
Amount per Serving
Calories
99
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
14
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
101
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
65
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
17
g
6
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
1204
IU
24
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
31
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
Net Carbohydrates
 
16
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1204IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 16g