Pumpkin is the perfect flavor for fall, and these pumpkin pecan biscotti are proof! They’re deliciously crunchy and filled with pumpkin puree and pecans, making them a perfect snack or dessert. ..
Spiced Pumpkin Biscotti
Now that the air is nice and chilly and the leaves are falling, there’s nothing better than waking up to homemade biscotti with your coffee! Especially when that biscotti is made with spiced pumpkin flavor and has bits of crunchy pecans baked throughout each piece. While you can easily buy a package of biscotti from the store, I promise that it won’t be nearly as flavorful or perfectly baked as this homemade recipe. And although buying it pre-made sure is easy, making it at home is also hassle-free and actually pretty fun!
How to Make Pumpkin Pecan Biscotti
Preheat the oven and prepare a baking sheet. Beat together the butter and brown sugar. Mix in the eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla. Mix all of the dry ingredients in until a shaggy dough forms. Add the pecans. On the prepared baking sheet, shape the dough into two cookie dough loaves. Bake. Cut into slices. Bake again. Cool, then serve and enjoy!
Pumpkin Biscotti Ingredient Notes
Butter: Use room temperature so the sugar can smoothly incorporate. Sugar: Instead of brown sugar, an equal amount of granulated sugar works. Eggs: Bind the biscotti dough so it doesn’t fall apart. Pumpkin: Gives the biscotti both pumpkin flavor and color. Vanilla: Enhances the flavor of the pumpkin. Flour: All-purpose flour provides structure. Almond Flour: Adds texture and nuttiness. Baking Powder: Helps the biscotti rise. Cinnamon: Adds warmth and spice. Try adding pumpkin pie spice instead!Pecans: While optional, pecans add a wonderful nuttiness and crunch.
Homemade biscotti is crunchy as can be without having that distinct store-bought staleness. Fall flavors are a favorite of mine, and not just in the months of September-November. They’re delicious all year long!
Can I add chocolate to pumpkin biscotti?
You sure can! You could add a handful of chocolate chips/chunks to the dough, or dunk/drizzle the cooled biscotti in the melted chocolate of your choice. Personally, I think that white chocolate and pumpkin is a wonderful combination.
Can I add pumpkin pie spice to the biscotti dough?
You can, but be careful not to add too much. I think one teaspoon of Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice is enough to add pumpkin pie flavor to the biscotti without compromising the consistency. Drizzle it with white chocolate, dunk it in coffee or enjoy it all by itself. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, you’re going to love this pumpkin pecan biscotti recipe! If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
