Olive Oil Biscuits Recipe

Name: Olive Oil Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup sesame seeds, plus more for sprinkling; 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed, plus more for sprinkling; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Pinch of freshly ground white pepper; 1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 large egg

Servings: persons

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup sesame seeds, plus more for sprinkling
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of freshly ground white pepper
1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large egg

1
Preheat the oven to 350F with racks in the upper and lower thirds.
2
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the oil and sugar on medium speed, about 2 minutes.
3
In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the lemon juice; add to the oil mixture along with the wine, sesame seeds, zest, fennel seeds, salt, and white pepper.
4
Beat until combined.
5
Add the flour, and beat until just combined.
6
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
7
In a small bowl, beat the egg with 2 teaspoons water; set aside.
8
Form the biscuits by rolling tablespoons of dough into 5-inch logs and joining the ends to make circles.
9
Brush the tops with egg wash; sprinkle with sesame seeds and fennel.
10
Arrange on the prepared baking sheets, 1 inch apart.
11
Bake the biscuits until lightly browned, about 20 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through.
12
Serve warm or at room temperature.

676

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Olive Oil Biscuits falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Olive Oil Biscuits

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