Description
Introducing the Delicate Butter Biscuit Bites: an exquisite addition to any culinary celebration. These butter-rich cookies promise a sensational, melt-in-your-mouth experience that complements any gathering, be it a festive occasion or a quiet tea time. Follow this meticulously crafted recipe to bake the perfect batch of light, crumbly treats that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup butter, softened to room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar (sifted before measuring)
- 1 egg yolk (at room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose or cake flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Make the Dough Cream together the butter and powdered sugar with a spatula until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Incorporate Egg and Vanilla Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing thoroughly until everything is well integrated.
- Sift and Mix in Flour Gradually sift in the flour, mixing gently to form a smooth and soft dough.
- Refrigerate the Dough Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 20 minutes to firm up.
- Divide and Shape After chilling, divide the dough into two pieces. Roll each piece into a log about 4 inches long and 1 inch in diameter.
- Freeze the Dough Logs Wrap each log in plastic wrap and freeze for 45 minutes.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare for Baking Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C or 160°C with fan). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Coat with Sugar and Slice Unwrap the frozen logs and roll them in granulated sugar, ensuring an even coat. Slice each log into ⅜ inch thick disks.
- Bake Place the slices on your prepared sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Once cooled, they’re ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes