DRY BISCUITS FROM BESANÇON
Easy, quick and yummy recipe of dry biscuits from Besançon in France. Made with orange blossom. A delight for everyone.
A Biscuit for Every Occasion
Are you in search of dainty biscuits that effortlessly slip into your bag, ready to accompany you on a leisurely stroll through the park, with or without your children? Look no further, for Besançon’s Orange Blossom Dry Biscuits are the epitome of culinary charm. These biscuits, imbued with the delicate essence of orange blossom, beckon to be your faithful companion on outdoor adventures or cherished moments of respite.
A Taste of Tradition
These biscuits are made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, and butter, which is then baked until crispy and golden brown. The biscuits are typically served as a snack or dessert, and are often enjoyed with coffee or tea. They are known for their dry and crumbly texture, which makes them perfect for dipping.
A Personal Affair
For those fortunate enough to visit Besançon, strolling along the cobbled streets of this historic city, one cannot help but be captivated by the aroma that emanates from the local patisseries….
known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. The city is home to many museums, including the Musée des Beaux-Arts et d’Archéologie, which houses a collection of fine art and archaeological artifacts. Besançon is also known for its cuisine, which includes traditional dishes such as sausage, cheese, and obviously the famous dry biscuits that you will be able now to cook at home!
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Do not forget to leave a comment and let me know how it turned out! And if you have any variation of this recipe that you would like to share, I would love to hear it. Be sure to check out my other easy-peasy recipes on the blog for more culinary inspiration!
Happy cooking and bonne dégustation!
Sixtine ;)
SÈCHES DE BESANÇON
Ingredients
- 200 g flour
- 1 egg
- 50 g brown caster sugar + 30 g
- 90 g soften butter + 40 g
- 15 cl crème fraîche thick
- 3 tbsp orange flower water optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour with the sugar and butter.
- Add the crème and egg then shape a dough ball.
- Set aside in the fridge for 2 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 210 °C.
- Divide the dough in 2 pieces and spread them finely on a floured work surface.
- Mark little squares using a knife and put the 2 dough on 2 lined baking trays.
- Sprinkle with caster sugar and add the remaining butter in small pieces on each dough.
- You may add if you wish, a bit of orange flower water.
- Put in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Cut the biscuits before serving them!
Sèches de Besançon
Pour 4 personnes
200 g de farine
1 œuf
50 g de cassonade + 30 g
90 g de beurre mou + 40 g
15 cl de crème fraîche épaisse
Quelques cuil-à-soupe de fleur d’oranger (optionnel)
Dans un récipient, travaillez la farine avec la cassonade et le beurre.
Ajoutez la crème et l’œuf, façonnez une boule.
Réservez-la au réfrigérateur pendant 2 heures.
Préchauffez le four à 210 °C.
Divisez la pâte en 2 morceaux et étalez-les finement sur le plan de travail fariné à l’aide d’un rouleau.
Prédécoupez des parts au couteau et disposez les 2 pâtes sur des plaques chemisées de papier sulfurisé.
Saupoudrez de cassonade ainsi que de petits carrés de beurre.
Vous pouvez également ajouter si vous le souhaitez, un peu de fleur d’oranger.
Enfournez pendant 15 minutes.
Découper les biscuits avant de les présenter !
