Spelt Biscuits

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375F.

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

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   Pour the oil and hot water into the dry ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until fully combined and a dough is formed.

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   If the batter is dry, add more hot water, 2 tablespoons at a time, until the dough is sticky.

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   Dust the counter with spelt flour.

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   Place the dough on the prepared surface and drag it through the flour.

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   Pat the dough gently until it is 1 inch thick.

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   Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out biscuits and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between the biscuits so they can spread.

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    Brush each with oil and sprinkle with salt.

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    Bake the biscuits on the center rack for 8 minutes, rotating the sheet 180 degrees after 4 minutes.

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    The finished biscuits will have a golden, flaky crust.

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    Let the biscuits stand on the sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

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    Cool completely and store in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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