Chia Seed Biscuits
Category: Appetizers
Yields: 35 Biscuits
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eggs | 8 |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 250g |
| Butter | 250g |
| Potato starch | 125g |
| Parmigiano Reggiano DOP | 125g |
| Chia seeds | 80g |
Instructions
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Boiling the Eggs:
Begin by placing the eggs in a pot of cold water. Bring the water to a boil, and once it reaches a rolling boil, cook the eggs for 8 minutes. After the eggs are cooked, drain the hot water and let the eggs cool. Once cooled, peel them carefully. -
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Preparing the Mixture:
Separate the yolks from the egg whites. For this recipe, you will only need the yolks, so set the egg whites aside. You can use the whites later for making stuffed eggs or other dishes.Next, chop the cold butter into small cubes and add it to a food processor fitted with a blade. Add the grated Parmigiano Reggiano, the yolks, and the chia seeds. Blend everything together until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
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Forming the Dough:
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently for a few minutes to bring everything together. Once the dough is smooth, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 40 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up. -
Shaping the Biscuits:
After the dough has rested, remove it from the fridge and roll it out on a lightly floured surface. Roll it to a thickness of about 1 cm. Using a fluted cookie cutter with a diameter of about 5 cm, cut out 14 to 15 biscuits. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. -
Baking:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) with the setting on static (no fan). Place the baking sheet on the lower rack of the oven and bake the biscuits for about 25 to 28 minutes, or until they are golden and slightly crisp on the edges. -
Finishing Touches:
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
These crispy, savory chia seed biscuits are a perfect appetizer for any occasion. Their rich, buttery flavor paired with the nutty chia seeds and the sharpness of Parmigiano Reggiano makes them irresistible!
