Kamut Flour Biscotti
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This simple Kamut Flour Biscotti is made using the ancient grain, Kamut flour, which gives this a unique, nutty, and delicious flavor. Kamut flour also has more health benefits than all purpose, making this a healthy biscotti recipe that you will love!
If you love baking with Kamut flour, check out my Kamut Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sesame Chocolate Chip Cookies, or my Kamut Flour Shortbread Cookies.
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Look no further for a delicious treat with added health benefits. This Kamut Flour Biscotti is an easy biscotti recipe that gives you that signature biscotti crunch, with all the benefits of ancient grains! I'm obsessed with using Kamut flour in baked goods because it gives them more health benefits than just using plain all purpose flour. So, healthy biscotti? I say so!
If you are a fan of biscotti, you'll love this easy biscotti recipe as there's just a few simple ingredients, nothing too fancy about it. But, it's loaded with flavor, thanks to the Kamut flour. And it pairs incredibly well with a warm cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate!
What is Kamut flour?
Kamut flour is an ancient grain that's made from Khorasan wheat. This ancient grain is an amber wheat and is closely related to durum wheat. Kamut is the only brand that guarantees the preservation of this ancient strain of wheat. Kamut flour is a healthier choice than all purpose flour as it has more protein, more fiber, and more minerals. To top it off, it’s a great source of whole grain too. Kamut flour is also higher in antioxidants and polyphenols, so it can also be anti-inflammatory. So if you’re looking to get more out eating wheat, Kamut flour is a great option to choose!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Sweet & Nutty Flavor: My Kamut Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies is one of the most popular recipes on my site. I love using Kamut flour in baking as it gives baked goods such a good flavor that is nutty and sweet – it is one of those things that makes you say I can’t quite put my finger on what it is, but it’s so good! This ancient grain gives baked goods a very unique, nutty, and sweet flavor that is unmatched! If you’re not familiar with Kamut flour, you can read more about it in my post What is Kamut Flour?
Health Benefits: Kamut flour has more nutritional benefits because it is an ancient grain. This flour also has a little higher protein content than all purpose, making it a great source of protein, fiber, zinc, and more!
Crispy & Sweet: This easy biscotti recipe is crispy and sweet. It's lightly sweetened, which makes it perfect for dipping in a big glass of milk. So, if you are a dipping cookie person, this recipe is one you will love!
Ingredients
- Butter: I use Organic Valley Salted Butter, which is a favorite of mine. If you want to use unsalted, that's okay too, just add 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Cane Sugar: I use organic cane sugar, this allows the Kamut flavor to shine through with a little sweetness.
- Vanilla Extract: My favorite is Simply Organic.
- Eggs: Be sure to use large eggs. Using too small eggs can result in dry biscotti, too large can result in flat biscotti.
- Kamut Flour: I use organic Kamut flour. Not all Kamut flour is created equal though, just like all ingredients. I've tried other brands and have been disappointed in the flavor. So, this one here is my top pick!
- All Purpose Flour: I also use a little bit of organic all purpose flour to give it a nice balance and texture.
- Baking Powder: You'll need baking powder because there is no acid in this recipe. For more info on leavening agents, read my post the Difference Between Baking Soda and Baking Powder.
- Salt: Use a fine sea salt.
Tools Needed
- Scale: Always use a digital food scale for the best results.
- Stand Mixer: I use my stand mixer for this recipe, but you can just use a mixing bowl with a spatula if you prefer.
- Baking Sheets: You'll need one half sheet pan to bake the biscotti.
- Parchment Paper: I always use nontoxic parchment paper because I think cookies bake best with it.
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
To make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, 170 grams of cane sugar, vanilla extract, and mix on low until combined and there are no chunks of butter. Add the eggs and mix just slightly, enough to break the yolks.
Add the all purpose flour, Kamut flour, baking powder, ands sea salt in that order and mix on low until a stiff dough forms.
Step 3
Using your hands form a large log out of the cookie dough and flatten slightly so it’s about 1-inch thick, it should be about 12 x 3 inches. Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of cane sugar on top of the log.
Step 4
Bake for 35 minutes or until the middle looks set, but not completely done. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Trim off the edges, then slice into 12 pieces and bake again for 20 minutes. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. (If you're baking at high altitude, be sure to check the Notes at the bottom of the recipe for high altitude baking instructions).
FAQ's
Kamut flour is the brand name for the ancient grain, khorasan wheat. Kamut flour has been preserved from hybridization or modification and is always organically grown! This specialty flour is high in protein and nutritional benefits, but it brings a sweet and nutty flavor to baked goods that is unmatchable!
Yes, because Kamut flour is organically grown and it has been preserved from any modifications, it has more nutritional benefits as an ancient grain! It has a higher protein content than all purpose flour, and it’s a great source of protein, fiber, zinc, and more.
Unfortunately no, Kamut flour is not gluten free. So if you follow a gluten free diet then this recipe just isn’t for you as there is no substitute for this flavor as far as gluten free flours go (at least that I have tried yet!).
You can use Kamut flour for a variety of baked goods, sweet or savory! It is similar to whole wheat flour, all purpose flour as well as pastry flour. So it can be used in things like cookies, biscotti, waffles, cinnamon rolls, cakes, breads, and more! So, if you are wondering what do you use Kamut flour for? You can make this recipe for Kamut Flour Biscotti or try my popular Kamut Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies. This amazing ancient grain flour is a great flour for baking!
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Kamut Flour Biscotti
Ingredients
Dough
- 113 grams salted butter softened
- 170 grams cane sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 191 grams all purpose flour
- 71 grams Kamut flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
Topping
- 28 grams cane sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- To make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, 170 grams of cane sugar, vanilla extract, and mix on low until combined and there are no chunks of butter. Add the eggs and mix just slightly, enough to break the yolks.
- Add the all purpose flour, Kamut flour, baking powder, and sea salt in that order and mix on low until a stiff dough forms.
- Using your hands form a large log out of the cookie dough and flatten slightly so it’s about 1-inch thick, it should be about 12 x 3 inches. Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of cane sugar on top of the log.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the middle looks set, but not completely done. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Trim off the edges, then slice into 12 pieces and bake again for 20 minutes. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Store in a cool dry place for up to 7 days.
Notes
Nutrition
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