Nut-Free Biscoito de Polvilho
Delight in the airy, crispy perfection of Nut-Free Biscoito de Polvilho, a classic Brazilian treat crafted without nuts and brimming with irresistible flavor. This gluten-free recipe uses cassava starch (polvilho doce) as its star ingredient, ensuring a light, crunchy texture that melts in your mouth. Combining simple pantry staples like vegetable oil, eggs, and a touch of sugar, these savory-sweet biscuits are quick to prepare and bake in just 25 minutes. Perfect for those with nut allergies, this recipe is a wholesome, allergen-friendly snack or teatime companion. Serve warm with coffee or enjoy as a standalone treat for an authentic taste of Brazilian comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams cassava starch (polvilho doce)
- 250 milliliters water
- 125 milliliters vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cassava starch, salt, and sugar. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, bring the water and vegetable oil to a boil.
Step 4
Once boiling, carefully pour the mixture over the cassava starch in the bowl.
Step 5
Using a wooden spoon, stir the mixture until it comes together, and let it cool for a few minutes until warm to the touch.
Step 6
Add the eggs to the cooled mixture one at a time, stirring vigorously after each addition until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 7
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip or a Ziplock bag with a corner snipped off.
Step 8
Pipe long strips of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each strip as they will expand during baking.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscoitos are puffed up and lightly golden.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 982.2 grams (982.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3013 |
| Total Fat 121.00g | 155% |
| Saturated Fat 18.90g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 71.00g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 124% |
| Sodium 2515mg | 109% |
| Total Carbohydrate 477.40g | 174% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.50g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 4.60g | |
| Protein 14.10g | 28% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 410% |
| Calcium 161mg | 12% |
| Iron 9mg | 52% |
| Potassium 238mg | 5% |
Source of Calories