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Erice Mustazzoli: Sicilian Spice Biscuits Bursting with Almonds
Delve into the enchanting world of Erice mustazzoli, crisp Sicilian biscuits rich with warming spices and toasted almonds – simply irresistible alongside a glass of sweet wine.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 360g semolina flour
- ✓ 180g plain flour
- ✓ 220g caster sugar
- ✓ 150ml warm water
- ✓ 20g peeled and toasted almonds
- ✓ 8g baking ammonia (for baking)
- ✓ 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ✓ 1 teaspoon ground cloves
📊 Nutritional Information
If you adore the genuine flavours of Sicily, these Erice mustazzoli are a must-try. These spiced, crunchy biscuits carry the scent of cinnamon and cloves, whisking you away through the cobbled streets of Erice and the gentle hills of Trapani. A true taste of history, full of convent-born charm.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Dissolve the caster sugar and baking ammonia in the warm water.
- 2
Finely grind the toasted almonds to make a almond flour, then combine with the semolina, plain flour, cinnamon, and cloves.
- 3
Heap the mixture into a mound on your work surface, creating a well in the centre, then pour in the water mixture.
- 4
Knead until you have a soft, smooth dough, then cover with a cloth and leave to rest for an hour.
- 5
Roll pieces of dough into roughly 10cm-long, 2cm-thick sticks, flatten them gently, then score diamond patterns on top.
- 6
Place the biscuits on a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper, leaving a little space between each.
- 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (fan 200°C, gas mark 7) for about 20 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes, then return to the switched-off oven to dry out fully.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a lovely twist, add some freshly grated orange zest or a spoonful of honey to the dough for a deeper fragrance. If you prefer softer biscuits, reduce the final drying time slightly.
📦 Storage
- • Keep your mustazzoli in a tin biscuit barrel for up to a month.
- • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat.
- • Alternatively, wrap them in cotton bags to maintain crispness.
- • Avoid refrigerating them, as the moisture will soften the biscuits.
🍷 Pairing
Serve these Erice mustazzoli with a chilled glass of Moscato di Pantelleria Naturale; its sweet, aromatic notes beautifully complement the warming spices.
Why not give these charming Sicilian biscuits a whirl? With their inviting spice notes and delightful crunch, they’re perfect for sharing over a cosy afternoon tea or alongside a glass of something sweet. Invite your loved ones, savour every bite, and let a little bit of Sicilian sunshine brighten up your day.
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