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Cake Mix Biscotti w/ Craisins & White Chocolate

Dec 20, 2014 · 22 Comments

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If you are much like everyone I know; and still not ready for Christmas, why not bake your presents?

These biscotti are made from yellow cake mix to make holiday baking even easier. Throw in some chopped craisins, orange zest, and drizzle with white chocolate to make them extra festive.

Cake Mix Biscotti w/ Craisins & White Chocolate

I have resolved to bake everyone a little something this year, because in my opinion there is nothing better than receiving a gift that is homemade and crafted with love.

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Cake Mix Biscotti w/ Craisins & White Chocolate


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5 from 5 reviews

  • Author: Living the Gourmet
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
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Ingredients

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For the Biscotti:

  • 1 box (16.5 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup chopped craisins
  • 1 teaspoon almond flavouring or extract
  • 1 tablespoons orange zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

White Chocolate Drizzle:

  • 1/8 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon shortening

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl combine all ingredients for the biscotti, and mix until a soft dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough in half. Shape each portion into a 12×2-in. log on an un-greased cookie sheet.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes or until firm to the touch.
  5. Remove the logs and transfer to a cooling rack. Let cool completely before slicing.
  6. Slice each log with a serrated knife diagonally into 1/2 -inch slices. Return to the baking sheets and bake for an addition 10-15 minutes, or until the biscotti are golden.
  7. Return to the cool rack and let cool completely.
  8. In a small bowl melt down the chocolate and shortening. Drizzle over biscotti.
  • Category: Dessert

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  1. Liz says

    20/12/2014 at 9:58 pm

    These look scrumptious!!! And I love the drizzle :)
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  2. chantelle hazelden says

    21/12/2014 at 12:57 pm

    something yummy that is simple to make, winning combo there #bestrecipeoftheweek
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  3. Comedy Plus says

    21/12/2014 at 3:30 pm

    I love, love, love biscotti. These would go really well with my coffee this morning. Have a blessed Sunday my friend. Big hugs. :)

    ★★★★★

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  4. Dottie Sauchelli Balin says

    21/12/2014 at 7:04 pm

    Dear Catherine and family, Oh my goodness, I love Biscotti and this recipe is delicious. It would hit the spot with a cup of coffee, tea, or even hot cocoa. I love the drizzle of chocolate on them. The photos of them are scrumptious looking and I love the festive background with Santa and the snowman. I agree with you dear friend that I love to give out homemade items that I baked or made as well as receiving them.There is just something about something that is homemade that comes from the heart especially at this time of the year. A lot of my cookies I do this as well. Love to wrap them in clear bags and with a beautiful bow. Thanks for sharing your recipe and your idea of homemade gifts. My wish for you dear Catherine is that you and your family, (Tammy & Michael) have a Blessed Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year! Dottie :) x
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  5. Ordinary J says

    21/12/2014 at 9:04 pm

    Lovely Biscotti!!! I'm not a Biscotti fan but may be because I have yet to have a good one yet. Yours look delicious!!!!
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  6. ~~Nee~~ says

    21/12/2014 at 9:44 pm

    Hi Catherine and Family on this joyful time of the year , wish it could last through the year m what a better world this would be / Love Biscotti and yes I am pressed for time , these are quick and easy , thanks so much for sharing . Merry Christmas from my family to yours !!Nee~~ :)
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  7. Zainab says

    22/12/2014 at 3:01 am

    Oh I am just on a baking frenzy this weekend. Love love these biscotti :)
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  8. Big Daddy Dave says

    22/12/2014 at 3:32 am

    Catherine, Great looking biscotti! I never heard of making biscotti from a cake mix. We'll have to give it a try. My better half and I have biscotti with our morning coffee about 3 or 4 times a month... Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
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  9. Ginny Hartzler says

    22/12/2014 at 6:07 pm

    These are so pretty, and easy! Not a whole lot of ingredients, yet I bet big taste! How long can they be kept?
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    • Living the Gourmet says

      22/12/2014 at 6:23 pm

      They didn't last too long Ginny LOL but I would say up to a week. Merry Christmas dear, Catherine xo
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  10. Gerry @ foodnessgracious says

    22/12/2014 at 6:21 pm

    Biscootti are one of my favorites and these look amazing!
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  11. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    22/12/2014 at 6:42 pm

    I love biscotti, and some of our absolute favorite Christmas cookies are a combo of cranberry and white chocolate chip. These look so great -- especially because you just jazzed up a cake mix. Short cuts are the BEST -- especially at this time of year! Glad to have found you at Full Plate Thursday! I'm a new follower. Have a great holiday!
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  12. Federica says

    22/12/2014 at 8:59 pm

    What gorgeous biscotti, they look amazing :) Bye dear, I wish you Happy Holiday
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  13. AnnMarie says

    22/12/2014 at 11:00 pm

    Great idea to use cake mix! A must try for me. Pinned to my Biscotti board!

    ★★★★★

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  14. Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine says

    22/12/2014 at 11:15 pm

    Oh my! These look amazing. I love your flavor combination and how fun to make them with cake mix!
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  15. nipponnin says

    23/12/2014 at 12:23 am

    What a fun way to make biscotti! Very nice looking and sounds simple. I have to get a cake mix soon.

    ★★★★★

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  16. Miz Helen says

    30/12/2014 at 7:29 pm

    I love Biscotti and this looks delicious. Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe with our special edition of Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are enjoying your holidays and look forward to seeing you soon! Miz Helen

    ★★★★★

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  17. Linda @ Mixed Kreations says

    01/01/2015 at 3:22 pm

    WooHoo another biscotti recipe at the same party. Hmm which one to try? Guess I have to try both. Thanks for sharing and have a safe and Happy Years! Pinning!
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  18. Winnie says

    02/01/2015 at 8:00 am

    These biscotti look absolutely fantastic!!
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  19. Katherines Corner says

    04/01/2015 at 3:35 am

    Biscotti one of my favorites! Thank you for sharing this yumminess at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo

    ★★★★★

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  20. [email protected] in Pyjamas says

    11/01/2015 at 4:18 pm

    Those look so tasty, I love the drizzle on them. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!
    Reply

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