Healthy Banana-Carrot-Walnut or Banana-Carrot-Pecan Biscotti Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Banana-Carrot-Walnut or Banana-Carrot-Pecan Biscotti. Follow these steps using the provided ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 2-3+ cups of Vanilla Superfood Protein Mix
- Flavor Alternatives: Alternatively, use Naturally Sweetened-Unflavored Superfood Mix with added Vanilla extract or Unsweetened-Unflavored version with Vanilla extract and your chosen sweetener
- Optional Protein Boost: Elevate protein content by adding 1 or more scoops of P3-Paleo Pumpkin Seed Protein or P4-Peak Performance Plant Protein
- Rise Enhancement: Optionally, introduce 1 tablespoon of Baking Powder per cup of SFM before adding other ingredients
- Carrot Infusion: Recommended: 1-2 shredded carrots
- Banana Bliss: Recommended: 1-2 finely chopped, mashed, or blended bananas
- Custom Additions: Options include additional shredded coconut and/or nuts based on your preference
- Slow-Burning Carbs: Optionally, consider adding ¼ cup of oats per cup of mix used for sustained energy (note that oats are not Paleo)
Instructions:
- Mixing Bowl Start: Begin by adding and mixing the ingredients in a large mixing bowl
- Vanilla Superfood Protein Mix: Follow the steps using 2-3+ cups of Vanilla Superfood Protein Mix
- Flavor Variation: Alternatively, explore flavor by incorporating Naturally Sweetened-Unflavored Superfood Mix with Vanilla extract, or Unsweetened-Unflavored version with Vanilla extract and sweetener
- Protein Enrichment: Optionally, enrich protein content with P3-Paleo Pumpkin Seed Protein or P4-Peak Performance Plant Protein
- Rise Preparation: If desired, introduce gentle rise by including 1 tablespoon of Baking Powder per cup of SFM before proceeding
- Carrot Touch: Enhance the flavor by adding 1-2 shredded carrots to the mixture
- Banana Moisture: Include 1-2 finely chopped, mashed, or blended bananas for added moisture and taste
- Texture Customization: Add extra shredded coconut and/or nuts to achieve your preferred texture
- Carb Option: Optionally, introduce ¼ cup of oats per cup of mix used for sustained energy release (note that oats are not considered Paleo)
- Gradual Water Addition: Mix the ingredients and add water sparingly as required
- Water Absorption: Mix and allow water to be absorbed; typically, around 1 cup of water will be adequate
- Thorough Mixing: Blend thoroughly to ensure a consistent mixture
- Consistency Check: Assess the batter’s thickness, aiming for a cake mix-like consistency (consult preparation videos on the website)
- Water Adjustment: If necessary, gradually add a small amount of water (1-3 ounces) to achieve the desired batter thickness
- Preparation for Baking: Spread the batter onto a baking or cookie sheet and follow the provided general directions
How To Make Nutritious & Delicious High Protein, Nutrient Dense Biscotti
- A biscotti is simply a double baked cookie-like treat, usually with slight variations of the ratio of flour to sugar to eggs, etc. to make it come out nice and crisp.
- There are several ways to make Biscottis with superfood mix, and we’re still experimenting with them (since SFM has no sugar or flour, which are keys to getting the hard consistency of biscottis, it is a bit challenging to make them come out quite as hard & dry as a regular biscotti).
- We’ve made them both with and without eggs added (typically 1-2 eggs per cup of SFM used), it works out fine either way so try both ways to determine your preference.
- Simply follow any of the recipes given below or your own variations; spread the completed mix onto a large baking pan and shape it into a rounded, flattened loaf; use parchment paper or grease the baking tray to prevent it from sticking;
- Bake it until done (test with a toothpick) typically 25-35 minutes; allow it to cool;
- Slice the loaf into strips approximately 1-1.5 inches wide and lay them flat on the baking tray; you may need to re-grease the tray if not using parchment paper;
- Bake again at the same temperature for another 15-25 minutes (being careful not to burn or overcook them);
- Allow them to cool and they should turn out looking like a biscotti!