Gelt Biscuits

Gelt Biscuits are a traditional Hanukkah treat made with chocolate gelt coins, which are often given as gifts during the holiday.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Gelt Biscuits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• 12 Chocolate gelt coins

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until a dough forms.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Flatten each ball slightly with your thumb and press a chocolate gelt coin into the center of each biscuit.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are set.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 12g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.