Bisquetes (Mexican Biscuits)

This recipe utilizes homemade buttermilk for the best flavor and texture. Follow these steps to make fluffy and delicious biscuits from scratch!

Ingredients

🥣 4 cups of all-purpose flour
🥄 2 tablespoons baking powder
🍬 2 tablespoons white sugar
🧂 2 teaspoons salt
🧈 5 tablespoons butter
🥛 2 cups of buttermilk
🥚 1 egg
💧 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

1- Prep the Dry Ingredients:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.

2- Incorporate the Butter:

• Cut the butter into small cubes. Add these to the dry mix and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to break it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3- Add the Buttermilk:

• Pour in the buttermilk. Mix gently until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this will affect the texture of the biscuits.

4- Shape the Dough:

• Dust a clean surface with flour and turn out the dough. Press it lightly to form a slab about one inch thick. If it's sticky, add a little more flour to handle it with ease.

5- Cut the Biscuits:

• Use a cookie cutter or a can with both ends removed to cut the dough into rounds. Transfer these onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

6- Prepare the Egg Wash:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush the tops of each biscuit with this wash, which will give them a beautiful golden finish.

7- Bake:

• Preheat your oven to 385°F (196°C). Arrange the biscuits about an inch apart on the pan. Bake for 40 minutes or until they turn golden brown.

8- Serve:

• Once done, let the biscuits cool slightly. Serve them warm with your choice of butter, jam, or honey.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: Makes about 16 biscuits

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Pastry cutter
• Cookie cutter or can
• Sheet pan
• Parchment paper
• Whisk

Cooking Tips:

• Avoid over-kneading to ensure tender biscuits.
• If you don't have fresh buttermilk, sour your milk with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice before using.

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