Coconut Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In a large bowl cream together sugar and butter.
3. 3
   Add vanilla, eggs and coconut.
4. 4
   Add 1/2 cup flour and baking powder, mix well. Add remaining flour.
5. 5
   Stir in nuts if desired.
6. 6
   On a large sprayed cookie sheet divide dough in half and shape into two logs. (I usually spray my hands with non stick cooking spray for this.).
7. 7
   Bake for 20-25 minutes.
8. 8
   Reduce oven temp to 300.
9. 9
   Cool for 5-10 minutes remove logs from cookie sheets to a cooling rack. Cool for 10-15 minutes.
10. 10
    Cut logs into 3/4 inch slices and place back on cookie sheet, bake for 15-20 minutes or until desired crispness.
11. 11
    Cool completely and either dip or drizzle with melted chocolate.
12. 12
    Store in a air tight can or jar. Do not store in plastic.