Low Fat Biscottini con Gocce di Cioccolato

Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of these *Low Fat Biscottini con Gocce di Cioccolato*, a lighter take on the classic Italian biscotti with mini chocolate chips. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like egg whites and unsweetened applesauce, these crunchy treats promise all the flavor without the excess fat. Perfectly golden and twice-baked to achieve that signature crisp texture, they're an ideal companion to your morning coffee or afternoon tea. With just a touch of sweetness and a delightful burst of chocolate in every bite, these biscottini are a healthier yet indulgent way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Quick to prepare and yielding a generous batch, they’re ready to be shared or stored for snacking all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large egg whites
• 60 grams unsweetened applesauce
• 60 grams mini chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg whites, and unsweetened applesauce until well combined and the sugar has somewhat dissolved.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky; this is normal.

Step 5

Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each into a log about 12 inches (30 cm) long and 2 inches (5 cm) wide.

Step 7

Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until the logs are lightly golden and firm to the touch.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, enough to handle safely.

Step 10

Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).

Step 11

Transfer the cooled logs to a cutting board and use a serrated knife to slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick slices.

Step 12

Place the slices back onto the baking sheet, laying them cut side down.

Step 13

Bake for an additional 10 minutes, then flip each slice and bake for another 10 minutes until crisp and golden.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. The biscottini will continue to harden as they cool.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(581.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1664.2

Total Fat 18.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1838.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 139.4g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.9mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 482.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.8%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 80.7%