Quinoa Flour Biscotti

Updated: Feb 28, 2025

Quinoa Flour Biscotti
General Information
  • Desserts
  • Sweet
  • 6 hours 0 minute
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • About 40

Ingredients

  • Water
    Water
  • Dried cranberries
    Dried cranberries
  • Baking powder
    Baking powder
  • Ground flax seeds
    Ground flax seeds
  • Coconut sugar
    Coconut sugar
  • Olive oil
    Olive oil
  • Vanilla extract
    Vanilla extract
  • Salt
    Salt
  • 1 3/4 cups of HerbaZest Quinoa Flour
  • 1/3 cup of water
  • 3/4 cups of dried cranberries
  • 2/3 cups of almonds (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds
  • 3/4 cups of coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Directions

These crispy quinoa biscotti are a nutrient-rich twist on the classic Italian treat, enriched with quinoa, flax, almonds, and cranberries for a wholesome, slightly sweet flavor. Twice-baked to perfection, they offer a golden crunch that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. Naturally packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, they're a delicious and nourishing snack any time of day.

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine flaxseed meal and water; let sit for 5 minutes.(5 hours)
  3. Whisk quinoa flour, baking powder, salt, cranberries, and almonds.(3 minutes)
  4. Whisk oil, sugar, flax mixture, and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients until blended.(3 minutes)
  5. Form two 12×2-inch logs on the sheet. Bake for 23-25 minutes until set. Cool for 15 minutes.(40 minutes)
  6. Cut into ½-inch slices. Bake cut-side down for 12-14 minutes until golden and crisp.(14 minutes)
  7. Let cool completely to crisp up.