Minute Biscuit (Pao de Minuto)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 11

Quick and easy Minute Biscuits (Pao de Minuto) recipe

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

10 min

Cook

17 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

207

Sugar

Fat

Minute Biscuits, also known as Pao de Minuto, is a classic Brazilian staple food dating back to colonial times. Pao de Minuto means 'Minute Bread' in Portuguese, which aptly describes how fast and simple this recipe is. These delicious biscuits only take minutes to bake and are perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack. The fennel seed adds a pleasant flavor, while the egg provides a rich texture to the biscuits. Overall, Minute Biscuits (Pao de Minuto) are sure to satisfy the cravings of any pastry lover.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, fennel seed, and sugar. Mix until well-combined.
3.	Add in the cold butter/margarine and mix well.
4.	In a separate bowl, whisk one egg and three-fourths cup of milk.
5.	Slowly pour the egg and milk mixture into the flour and butter mixture, and mix well until the dough comes together.
6.	If the dough is too dry, add extra milk until the dough feels soft.
7.	Flour a working surface and your hands, take a piece of dough, and roll it into a ball. Roll the remaining dough in the same way.
8.	Place the balls onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet and press down lightly.
9.	Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown. Cool the biscuits on a wire rack.

PROS

Minute Biscuits are baked in no time for a tasty and easy-to-make treat.

This recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast option or as a snack to enjoy throughout the day.

CONS

These biscuits can be high in calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This recipe also includes sugar, which may not suit some dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite containing sugar and butter/margarine, Minute Biscuits provide an ample amount of fiber, given that they’re made with flour. Also, they’re a great source of calcium, especially if you’re using milk in the recipe.
Fiber-rich foods can promote gut health and digestion, while calcium helps in strengthening bones and teeth.

	3 cups flour
	2 tablespoons baking powder
	4 tablespoons cold butter or 4 tablespoons margarine , cut in very small pieces
	2 tablespoons sugar
	3/4 - 1 cup milk
	1 large egg
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon fennel seed