Biscuits with a cookie press are delightful and fragrant shortcrust pastries, perfect to prepare for any occasion, such as breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert buffets. Their uniqueness lies in the use of the cookie press, a gun-shaped tool that allows you to extrude the biscuits directly onto the baking tray or a non-stick baking sheet.
The cookie press is equipped with many disc-shaped molds for different types of biscuits, making this equipment extremely versatile. The whipped shortcrust pastry used for biscuits with the cookie press has a softer consistency than traditional shortcrust pastry, so it can easily pass through the disc-shaped molds.
The ingredients needed to prepare the whipped shortcrust pastry are easily available at home: eggs, flour, sugar, butter, and various flavors or essences. If you want to make a cocoa variant, just add some unsweetened cocoa powder to the dough. This way, you will obtain really tasty chocolate biscuits.
Making biscuits with the cookie press is a fun and engaging activity, especially if you use the Thermomix. This kitchen robot significantly simplifies the preparation of the dough, saving time and effort. Just add the ingredients to the Thermomix and let it work for you. In a few minutes, you will have a perfectly homogeneous dough ready to be used with the cookie press.
Once the dough is ready, we can start shaping our biscuits. With the help of the cookie press, just “pull the trigger” to let the dough come out through the disc-shaped molds. We can choose the shape we prefer: stars, hearts, flowers, or any other shape that inspires us. Let’s unleash our creativity!
Once the biscuits are shaped, we can decorate them as we like. We can opt for a simple dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa, or dip them in dark chocolate to make them even more delicious. We can also add candied cherries or other ingredients that we particularly like.
After decorating, bake the biscuits at 356°F for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden. Let them cool completely before enjoying them, so they can become crispy and fragrant.
Biscuits with a cookie press are perfect to serve on any occasion. They are excellent for breakfast, accompanied by a cup of coffee or hot tea. They are also ideal for afternoon tea, to be enjoyed in the company of friends or family. Furthermore, they can be a great choice for a dessert buffet, to be paired with other treats like cakes and assorted biscuits.
In conclusion, biscuits with a cookie press are an original and fun idea to prepare delicious homemade treats. Thanks to the use of the Thermomix, the preparation becomes even simpler and faster. So, why not try this recipe and delight your guests with fragrant and tasty biscuits? Success is guaranteed!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: recipe for about 20 small biscuits
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
INGREDIENTS
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 cups butter (softened)
- egg yolks (2 plus 1 whole egg)
- salt (1 pinch)
- milk (1 small cup)
- unsweetened cocoa powder (2/3 teaspoons of cocoa (optional))
Tools
- Cookie Press
- Baking Tray
Preparation of biscuits with cookie press: traditional and Thermomix recipe
How to prepare a perfect dough
If you are a pastry enthusiast and enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, you will definitely need a great recipe to prepare a perfect dough. In this article, I will explain step by step how to make a soft and homogeneous dough, ideal for preparing cakes, biscuits, and other delights.
To start, get a large bowl and pour in the flour. Mix well with the sugar and add a pinch of salt. This will help balance the flavor of the ingredients and make the dough even tastier.
At this point, it’s time to add the egg yolks. Break the eggs and separate the yolks from the whites. Pour the yolks into the bowl along with one whole egg. This combination will give your dough a creamy texture and rich flavor.
Now it’s time to mix the ingredients. With the help of a spatula or a wooden spoon, mix vigorously until you get a homogeneous mixture. Make sure to incorporate all the ingredients well so that there are no lumps in your preparation.
At this point, it’s time to add the butter. Make sure the butter is softened and cut it into pieces. This will make it easier to incorporate into the mixture. Add the butter to the bowl and continue to mix until it is completely combined.
Finally, it’s time to add the milk. Gradually pour the milk into the bowl and continue to mix until you get a soft and homogeneous dough. Be careful not to add too much milk, otherwise, the dough could become too liquid.
To prepare butter biscuits, start by putting the butter and sugar into the bowl of your kitchen robot. Whip everything for one minute at speed 4, without the butterfly.
At this point, add the flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt. Mix everything for 40 seconds at speed 4. The dough will be soft but workable.
The gun comes with 14 disc-shaped molds for different types of biscuits.
Proceed with the use of the cookie press. Take the dough and shape it into a cylindrical loaf. Insert one of the 14 discs provided with the gun inside the ring and screw it back on. Make sure the disc is clean.
Unscrew the lower ring of the cylinder.
Insert the previously prepared dough, forming it into a cylindrical loaf.
Choose one of the 14 discs, which shape the biscuits, and insert it inside the ring and screw it back on.
Hold and press the lever several times until the dough comes out evenly from the disc. Clean the disc.
Place the gun vertically stable on the baking sheet (without greasing). Just one press is enough to obtain a perfectly calibrated biscuit. Repeat until the dough is used up.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven at 356°F for about 10 minutes, until golden.
Once the biscuits are ready, decorate as you like: candied cherries, almonds, hazelnut granules, pistachio granules, cocoa powder, sprinkles, melted dark or white chocolate
storage and notes
OTHER RECIPES FOR BISCUITS WITH COOKIE PRESS
INGREDIENTS (about 30-40 pieces)
200 g soft butter
80 g of powdered sugar
1 sachet of vanilla
1 tip of lemon zest
1 egg
300 g of flour
1 tablespoon to taste: rum, alchermes, cointreau, grand marnier, cognac, and amaretto.
1 tablespoon to taste: rum, alchermes, cointreau, grand marnier, cognac, and amaretto.
1 tablespoon to taste: rum, alchermes, cointreau, grand marnier, cognac, and amaretto.
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What is a cookie press? A cookie press is a kitchen tool designed to create biscuits and other treats by dispensing dough through a small opening.
2. How does a cookie press work? Generally, a cookie press has a cylinder with a crank or lever mechanism. The biscuit dough is loaded into the cylinder, and when the crank or lever is turned, the dough is pushed through a tip to create desired shapes.
3. What types of biscuits can I make with a cookie press? A cookie press can be used to create a variety of biscuits, such as star-shaped, heart-shaped, flower-shaped, or simply stick-shaped.
4. Can I use any biscuit recipe with a cookie press? In general, many biscuit recipes can be adapted for use with a cookie press. However, it is advisable to follow the specific instructions provided with your cookie press for best results.
5. How do I clean a cookie press? Cleaning the cookie press depends on the specific model. In general, you can disassemble the cylinder and tip parts to wash them by hand or in the dishwasher, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Can I use a cookie press for other desserts besides biscuits? Yes, many cookie presses are versatile and can be used to dispense dough for other desserts like choux, eclairs, and also decorate cakes with icing.
7. How much dough can a cookie press hold? The capacity of a cookie press cylinder varies, but it generally can hold several cups of dough. Check your model’s specifications for the exact capacity.
8. Can I freeze biscuits made with a cookie press? Yes, many biscuits made with a cookie press can be frozen. Make sure to seal them tightly in a freezer-safe container to keep them fresh longer.
9. Can I use a cookie press without molds? Some cookie press models come with various interchangeable tips to create different shapes. However, many models also allow use without molds, simply dispensing the dough through the standard tip.
10. Is there any trick to getting perfect biscuits with a cookie press? Make sure to carefully follow the instructions provided with your cookie press. Additionally, it might be helpful to chill the dough in the refrigerator before using it for better consistency. Experiment with different recipes and shapes to find the perfect combination for your biscuits.
