Orange Chocolate Cantuccini
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These Orange Chocolate Cantuccini are my go to when I want something special but don't want to spend all day in the kitchen. The whole recipe comes together in just forty minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for unexpected guests or satisfying a sudden craving. I love how the bright citrus zest cuts through the richness of dark chocolate and almonds, creating this wonderful balance of flavors. Plus, almonds pack tons of heart healthy monounsaturated fats and protein, so you can feel good about reaching for a second one with your coffee. They're crispy, elegant, and honestly easier to make than most people think.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gall-purpose flour
- 200 gconfectioner's sugar
- 200 gunsalted butter(softened)
- 2 tbsporange zest
- 50 mlorange juice
- 300 gdark chocolate chips(high-quality)
- 250 galmonds(chopped)
- 1 tspsalt
- 2eggs
- 1 tspbaking powder
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: For best results, use a silicone mat.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, confectioner's sugar, and baking powder.
Tip: Whisk until well combined.
- 3
Add softened butter to the bowl and mix until a crumbly mixture forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Add orange zest, orange juice, salt, and chopped almonds to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
Tip: Use a wooden spoon or spatula.
- 5
Add eggs one at a time, mixing until well combined after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 6
Stir in dark chocolate chips until well combined.
Tip: Use a spatula to avoid melting the chocolate.
- 7
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Tip: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies.
- 8
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the cookies after 10 minutes.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Let cool completely before storing.
- 10
Store cantuccini in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tip: Enjoy within a few days for optimal flavor.
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