Ines Portuguese Biscoitos
Transport your taste buds to Portugal with these delightful Ines Portuguese Biscoitos, a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie perfect for any occasion. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter, these traditional treats are elevated by the bright zest of fresh lemon, adding a hint of citrusy freshness. Soft yet sturdy, the dough is shaped into tender balls that bake to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal as an everyday snack or paired with coffee or tea, these biscoitos are a crowd-pleasing favorite that can be stored and enjoyed throughout the week. Try your hand at this quick and easy recipe to savor a classic Portuguese confection from your very own kitchen! Keywords: Portuguese biscoitos recipe, lemon cookies, buttery cookies, traditional Portuguese desserts, easy cookie recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 200 g Granulated sugar
- 250 g Unsalted butter
- 3 large Eggs
- 60 ml Milk
- 1 lemon Lemon zest
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Add the lemon zest and milk to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Using your hands, take small portions of dough (approximately the size of a walnut) and roll them into smooth balls.
Place the balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie. If desired, you can gently flatten the cookies with your palm for a more traditional look.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden on the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve with coffee, tea, or enjoy them on their own! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.3 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.2 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1110 mg | 370% | |
| Sodium | 2309 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 602.8 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.6 g | ||
| Protein | 76.9 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
