When the cold weather rolls around, it's always nice to curl up with a big mug of cocoa, and an awesome cookie only makes things better. Crunchy and light, biscotti are most outstanding when dunked into a hot beverage. These tasty treats are loaded with chocolate and white chocolatey goodness and are sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Step 1: You'll Need. . .

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3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Large pinch salt
1 egg
Splash of vanilla extract (optional)
Splash of chocolate extract (optional)
1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
1/2 teaspoon Amaretto (optional)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa (I used two kinds)
1 cup flour
1/4 cup white chocolate chunks
1/4 cup chocolate chunks

Hardware

Mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Sheet pan lined with parchment paper
Serrated knife

Step 2: Getting Doughy

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
Cream together butter and sugar
Add egg, salt, and baking soda (and espresso powder/extracts/Amaretto if using) and mix well
Mix in flour and cocoa until starting to combine
Add in white chocolate and chocolate chunks and mix well

Step 3: Bake, Slice, Bake

Form the dough into a log about 3 inches by 13 inches on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake for 20 minutes, then allow to cool for 30 minutes
Using a serrated knife, cut into diagonal slices about a half-inch thick
Place the slices on a baking sheet and bake 10 minutes
Allow to cool fully
If you'd like, dip the cooled biscotti halfway into melted white chocolate or chocolate
Curl up with a mug of cocoa and a good book and enjoy!