Description
Buttery clouds of bliss, these Delicate Butter Biscuit Bites dance with subtle sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Crisp edges and rich flavor invite you to savor each heavenly morsel of pure comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose or cake flour
- ½ cup butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 egg yolk (at room temperature)
Sugar Components:
- ½ cup powdered sugar (sifted before measuring)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Flavor Enhancer:
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whip butter and powdered sugar using a spatula until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency with a pale appearance.
- Introduce egg yolk and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, stirring meticulously to ensure complete integration and a uniform texture.
- Gently sift flour into the mixture, folding delicately to create a silky, pliable dough without overworking the ingredients.
- Encase the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes, allowing it to rest and solidify slightly.
- Divide the chilled dough into two equal portions, carefully rolling each into a symmetrical log approximately 4 inches long and 1 inch in diameter.
- Tightly wrap each log in plastic film and transfer to the freezer for 45 minutes to enhance structural integrity.
- Calibrate the oven to 356°F (180°C or 160°C with fan) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Extract frozen logs and generously coat their exterior with granulated sugar, ensuring a complete and even crystalline layer.
- Slice each sugared log into precise ⅜ inch thick disks, maintaining consistent thickness for uniform baking.
- Arrange biscuit slices on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining adequate spacing between each piece.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges turn a rich golden brown, indicating perfect caramelization.
- Allow biscuits to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to complete the cooling process.
- Serve and enjoy these delicate, melt-in-your-mouth butter biscuit bites at room temperature.
Notes
- Chilling is crucial for achieving the perfect texture, helping the butter solidify and preventing spread during baking.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent dough formation.
- Slice cookies uniformly to guarantee even baking and a professional-looking final result.
- Store baked biscuits in an airtight container to maintain their delicate, crumbly texture for up to 5 days.
- Rolling logs in granulated sugar creates a delightful crispy exterior and adds a subtle sweet crunch.
- Avoid overbaking to preserve the tender, melt-in-your-mouth quality of these delicate butter biscuits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg