Do I say this too much?
Maybe I do…but I don’t think so. And even if I do, it’s always the truth.
So here it is…
This is my new favorite!!! I will scream it from the rooftops! I am not kidding – this is the most spectacular biscotti I’ve ever had.
I love the citrus-y orange-y nutty fragrant tantalizing mouth-watering fresh-baked flavor you get with every bite of this Orange Biscotti with Grand Marnier.
Yeah, you read that right. Grand Marnier. Fancy.
The orange flavor in this little cookie is both mellow and bright. It’s like the sunshine in late morning that has slowly burned away the clouds. Like the sun, its flavor slowly sneaks up on you until it’s fully present and making your day.
I don’t know how else to convince you to make this.
I’ve made it a few times, now, and each time I add a little more fresh orange juice. I just can’t help my self.
I mean look at that orange zest dotting this little beauty.
And those pecans showing up to offer a delicate nutty flavor to each crunchy bite.
I will never look at biscotti the same way again…and here’s the thing – it’s crunchy but not hard like some biscotti can be – there’s enough softness in the center to create just the right balance between chewy and crispy.
This will be a perfect little treat to have on the table…24/7…during the holidays. You sit down to have a cup of coffee, it’ll be there. A game of cards and a glass of wine, it’ll be there. Hot tea with a splash of cream, it’ll be there.
So happy I discovered this recipe.
My world will never be the same.
Buon Appetito!
PrintOrange Biscotti with Grand Marnier
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 3/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup grated zest of 2 oranges
- 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 5 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 Tbsp. freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 Tbsp. orange liqueur such as Grand Marnier
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
- In a separate bowl combine about 1 Tbsp. of flour with the orange zest. Rub them together to keep it from clumping.
- Add the zest and the pecans to the large bowl and stir to combine.
- In a small bowl whisk the eggs with the olive oil, orange juice and Grand Marnier until well blended.
- Pour into the center of the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
- The dough will be sticky.
- Dump the dough onto a heavily floured work surface and divide into six equal parts.
- Roll each into a 12 inch log, dusting with flour along the way to keep the dough from sticking.
- Set the logs about 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Press each log gently so they’re about 2 inches wide.
- Bake for 10 minutes then rotate pans and bake for another 15 minutes until golden and the tops are fairly firm.
- Remove from oven and let cool on racks for about 10 minutes, leaving the oven set at 350 degrees.
- Transfer logs to a cutting board and using a serrated knife, cut slices on a sharp diagonal into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Arrange the slices on the baking sheets and place back in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Rotate baking sheets and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
- Store at room temperature or freeze in an airtight container.
{Recipe adapted from Liv Life.}
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Jan Chemotti says
Hi Annie, dough was super sticky so I had to put it into the refrigerator overnight to firm up, it this normal?
Also, when putting in for the second baking after slicing, are the pieces on the edge, or flat on the pan? I’ve made several iterations of biscotti over the years and people do it all different ways.
Thanks, thinking of you and your family and Dad during these holidays.
Jan
Annie says
Hi Jan, Unfortunately – sticky dough can happen with biscotti. She can be a little fussy at times. Your strategy was a good one; sometimes I add more flour, in small increments as I go, and continue to knead, and that will do the trick, too… I always stand my 2nd bake upright – but honestly – both ways work. Thank you for your questions! I hope I’ve helped. And thank you for thinking of us. Happy holidays to you and your family!
Nagi@RecipeTin Eats says
Fancy biscotti! From a proper Italian!! Hurrah! Thank you so much for sharing this. I am so thrilled to have found your blog. One of my cooking idols is Lidia as well as Stefano Manfredi. I am obsessed with Italian food, as the size of my waistline shows! I have no self control around pasta and real Italian pizzas 🙂 Can’t wait to have a browse!!
Annie says
Thank you so much! And that’s precisely how I feel about your blog! Beautiful site! 🙂
David @ Spiced says
What a fun flavor combination! I love making homemade biscotti, and I love how soft they are. Not like the store-bought version that you could hammer a nail with! I’m seriously craving some of this orange + Grand Marnier combo that you have going on here…awesome!
Annie says
Oh yes! So good! And there’s nothing like homemade!! Thanks for stopping by David! 🙂
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
These look incredible, Annie! Love the orange flavors in here – such a special treat and perfect with a cup of coffee – yum 🙂
Annie says
Thank you Kelly! They are a treat!
Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says
Oh my gosh, I can’t even tell you how long it’s been since I’ve had biscotti It’s kind of shameful for a baker/food blogger This looks… incredible. I love orange-flavored desserts, and especially ones with a bit of booze thrown in, so this is right up my alley. I think it is about time I visited biscotti again, dontchya think? 😉
Annie says
I do think!! Have fun and enjoy!! Thanks Amanda!!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
I love biscotti, but don’t make them nearly often enough! These look amazing, I love all the orange flavour and the nuts. They look like perfect biscotti!
Annie says
Thank you so much Stacey!! 🙂
Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says
I’ve never made biscotti before – these looks so good I’m going to have to make them this weekend. I love the orange and pecan flavors! Thanks, Annie.
Annie says
Thank you Geraldine! Let me know how you like them! 🙂
Mir says
I always get new favorites too! It’s easy to be fickle when you bake a lot. Love this recipe!
Annie says
Yes! I guess it goes with the territory! Thanks Mir! 🙂
Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine says
I’m seriously drooling right now. Thank God I have a bottle of Grand Marnier at home!!! Pinning!
Annie says
Yes! You will love this biscotti! Have fun! Thank you dear!
Michele @ Two Raspberries says
I keep telling myself I’m going to try and make some biscotti’s but I never do it! I gotta get on that! …these look de-lish!
Annie says
Get on that!! They’re so good!! Thanks Michele!
Tash says
OMG dying at how blissful these look! I can’t remember the last time I had biscotti. Even then, I think it must have been in a coffee shop chain – not the real thing! Although I did have an after dinner amaretto biscotti (bitesize) after a beautiful dinner taken on Lake Como in June! I wish I could have some of that. I can’t wait to make some of these over xmas – the orange is perfect for the season!
Annie says
Thank you for that visual…Lake Como in June…oh my goodness. You will love these, my friend. Especially at the holidays! Buon Appetito!
Manali @ CookWithManali says
Such awesome flavors! I’m love homemade biscotti Annie and this looks awesome! Pinning!
Annie says
Ahhh! We are on the same page Manali! Love these flavors!! Thank you so much!!
Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C says
Would you believe I’ve never made biscotti? I know. This one is calling my name. Beautiful photos and writing. Thanks for sharing!
Annie says
That is very hard to believe…perhaps you were waiting for this one! Thank you so much Andrea! Buon Appetito!
The Blonde Chef says
I love discovering new biscotti recipes! And this one looks like a winner! YUM!
Annie says
Thanks very much!! And thanks for stopping by!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This biscotti sounds delicious, Annie! What a fabulous idea to add in some Grand Marnier. I absolutely love the flavor combination. So perfect to dip into my morning cup of coffee!
Annie says
It’s soo good! Between the zest, the juice and the Grand Marnier – we’ve got the orange covered! Enjoy!! Thanks Gayle!
Karen Edwards says
Ann is NOT over reacting when she says she will scream it from the roof tops how good they are. She served them to me the day we made the concord grape pies and we were both on her roof top, lol! They are the perfect combination of orange and pecan flavors. I think I’m going to make them today since I have all the ingredients. Ann, did you sprinkle powered sugar on top?
Annie says
Hahah! I am dying…the visual of the two of us on the rooftop! So glad you enjoyed them! I did not sprinkle them with powdered sugar…let me know if you try it! Thanks Karen!!
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
These look seriously good!! I love orange and nutty flavors like you described! Pinned 🙂
Annie says
Thank you Chelsea! Buon Appetito! 🙂