Iron biscuits

Iron biscuits

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Discover this traditional Belgian biscuit recipe, without eggs, which is perfect for an appetizer or a snack.

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Iron biscuits, also known as Vlaardingse ijzerkoek, are a specialty of southern Belgium. This simple and authentic recipe does not contain eggs or vanilla, offering a pure and traditional taste.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time15 min
  • Cook time10 min
  • Resting4 hr
  • Total4 hr 25 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodto fry
  • Estimated cost$6.11 $0.31 / serving Estimated price; varies by store.

Ingredients

20 people
  • $1.13
  • $2.77
  • $0.16
  • $0.20
  • $1.85

Prices from US supermarkets.

Directions

  1. Mix all the ingredients together and knead the dough thoroughly. ≈ 10 min
  2. Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for a few hours, or even overnight, then spread the dough on a floured baking sheet, about 6 to 8 mm thick.
  3. Then, allow to cool completely.
  4. Use a cookie cutter to shape the biscuits and then fry them in a lightly oiled or buttered pan over medium heat for at least 1 to several minutes on each side.

The bill

Iron biscuits

  • 325 g of cane sugar$1.13
  • 300 g of butter (or margarine)$2.77
  • a pinch of salt$0.16
  • three teaspoons of cinnamon$0.20
  • What type of butter or oil paint should I use for cooking?$1.85

Total$6.11

that's $0.31 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Before you start

Ingredients

  • 325 g of cane sugar
  • 450 g (Zeeuw flour)
  • 300 g of butter (or margarine)
  • a pinch of salt
  • three teaspoons of cinnamon
  • What type of butter or oil paint should I use for cooking?

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