Matcha Almond Biscotti

Matcha Almond Biscotti is a delightful and unique twist on traditional Italian biscotti, infused with the rich and earthy flavors of Matcha green tea and the nuttiness of almonds. Furthermore, this double-baked treat is characterized by its crisp texture and elongated shape, making it perfect for dunking into your favorite hot beverage.

What is Matcha?

Matcha is a type of powdered green tea that is made from shade-grown tea leaves. In other words, the tea plants used for Matcha are covered for about 20-30 days before harvest to avoid direct sunlight. This process enhances the chlorophyll content in the leaves, giving Matcha its vibrant green color. Furthermore, the leaves are then handpicked, steamed to halt fermentation, dried, and stone-ground into a fine powder.

Matcha has a unique flavor profile that combines a rich, savory umami taste with a slightly bitter and sweet undertone. It is often used in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, where the preparation and serving of Matcha are considered a form of art.

Beyond traditional ceremonies, Matcha has gained popularity worldwide and is used in various culinary applications, such as lattes, smoothies, bread, Biscotti, cookies, ice cream, and even savory dishes. Finally, it is known for its potential health benefits, including antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, as well as providing a more sustained energy boost compared to regular green tea.

Matcha Almond Biscotti Ingredients

• Vegan Butter
• Coconut Sugar
• Carbonated Water (or another egg substitute)
• Mexican Vanilla
• King Arthur’s Gluten-Free Flour
• Matcha Powder
• Almond Malk (if needed)
• Sourdough Discard or Baking Powder
• Pink Salt
• Sliced Almonds

Creating the Matcha Almond Biscotti Dough

1. First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with Avocado oil.
3. Then, using a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer with a paddle attachment or a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Or, add the butter and sugar and mix to combine. Mix in the carbonated water and vanilla.
4. Next, combine the Matcha, Sourdough Discard or baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
   • Note: If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tbsp. of Almond Malk.
5. Then, add the flour and fold in the almonds.
6. Finally, the Matcha Almond Biscotti dough is done!

Beat the Butter and Sugar Until Light and Fluffy

Combine the Sourdough Discard, Salt, and Matcha

Add In the Flour and Mix Until Combined; Fold in the Almonds

The Matcha Almond Biscotti Dough is Done

Baking the Matcha Almond Biscotti “Log”

1. First, on the prepared baking sheet, form the dough into a 6 or 12-inch log.
   • Note: The thinner you get the log, the crispier the Biscotti will be. However, if you cannot get the log of dough
2. Next, reduce oven temperature to 275 degrees F.
3. Then, bake the log of dough, in the preheated oven until firm and golden on the bottom. This should take about 25-30 minutes.
4. Finally, allow the Biscotti to cool until able to be handled.

Form the Dough Into a Log

Bake the Log of Dough for 25-30 Minutes or Until Firm and Golden Brown

Cutting and Cooling the Matcha Almond Biscotti

1. First, using a serrated knife, cut the log on the diagonal into 1/2-inch thick slices.
2. Next, arrange the slices back on the baking sheet, the cut side down.
3. Then, bake until crisp, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Next, flip the Biscotti to the other side and continue to bake until the other side is crisp for another 15-20 minutes.
5. Finally, allow to cool to room temperature before serving and/or storing.

Cut the Log Into 1/2-Inch Thick Slices

Bake 15-20 Minutes; Flip; Bake for Another 15-20 Minutes

Allow the Biscotti to Cool; Serve Immediately

Serving and Storing the Matcha Almond Biscotti

The Matcha Almond Biscotti is delicious with your favorite hot beverage. On the other hand, if you’d like to store these cookies for a later date, allow them to cool fully to room temperature and then store them in an airtight container and on the counter for up to 2 weeks.

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Matcha Almond Biscotti

Yield: 6 Large Biscottis or 12 Regular Sized Biscottis

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Matcha Almond Biscotti is a delightful and unique twist on traditional Italian biscotti, infused with the rich and earthy flavors of Matcha green tea and the nuttiness of almonds. Furthermore, this double-baked treat is characterized by its crisp texture and elongated shape, making it perfect for dunking into your favorite hot beverage.

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Ingredients

• 4 tbsp. Vegan Butter, Melted and Cooled or Softened
• 1/2 c. Coconut Sugar
• 1/2 c. Carbonated Water (or another egg substitute)
• 1 tsp. Mexican Vanilla
• 1 3/4 c. King Arthur's Gluten-Free Flour
• 1 1/2 tbsp. Matcha Powder
• 1 tbsp. Almond Malk (if needed)
• 1 tsp. Sourdough Discard or Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp. Pink Salt
• 1/4 c. Sliced Almonds

Instructions

Creating the Matcha Almond Biscotti Dough

1. First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with Avocado oil.
3. Then, using a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer with a paddle attachment or a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Or, add the butter and sugar and mix to combine. Mix in the carbonated water and vanilla.
4. Next, combine the Matcha, Sourdough Discard or baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined. (Note: If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tbsp. of Almond Malk).
5. Then, add the flour and fold in the almonds.
6. Finally, the Matcha Almond Biscotti dough is done!

Baking the Matcha Almond Biscotti Log

1. First, on the prepared baking sheet, form the dough into a 6 or 12-inch log.
2. Note: The thinner you get the log, the crispier the Biscotti will be. However, if you cannot get the log of dough
3. Next, reduce oven temperature to 275 degrees F.
4. Then, bake the log of dough, in the preheated oven until firm and golden on the bottom. This should take about 25-30 minutes.
5. Finally, allow the Biscotti to cool until able to be handled.

Cutting and Cooling the Matcha Almond Biscotti

1. First, using a serrated knife, cut the log on the diagonal into 1/2-inch thick slices.
2. Next, arrange the slices back on the baking sheet, the cut side down.
3. Then, bake until crisp, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Next, flip the Biscotti to the other side and continue to bake until the other side is crisp for another 15-20 minutes.
5. Finally, allow to cool to room temperature before serving and/or storing.

Serving and Storing the Matcha Almond Biscotti

The Matcha Almond Biscotti is delicious with your favorite hot beverage. On the other hand, if you'd like to store these cookies for a later date, allow them to cool fully to room temperature and then store them in an airtight container and on the counter for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 122Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 94mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g