Biscuit bears
4 servings
60 minutes
Biscuit bears are a charming treat of Russian cuisine, captivating with their lightness and delicate taste. These miniature biscuit cakes, with a sweet vanilla aroma and golden crust, are perfect for morning tea or as a cozy home dessert. Simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and butter create a soft texture, while the light sweetness makes them a favorite treat for both children and adults. The history of such pastries traces back to traditional Russian recipes that have been made in homes for family celebrations for centuries. They are convenient to take along, serve at children's parties, and use as a base for creative variations—with berries, chocolate, or cream. This little culinary wonder warms the soul and brings moments of joy in every bite.
1
In the first bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking soda. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Wheat flour: 100 g
- Salt: pinch
- Soda: pinch
2
Take a second bowl: pour in sugar and diced soft butter. Add vanilla sugar or any other flavoring to taste. Whip with a mixer until the mixture turns white and thickens like cream.
- Sugar: 100 g
- Butter: 100 g
- Vanilla sugar: to taste
3
Next, crack one egg into a bowl with butter, whisk it, and add the second.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
4
Gradually add the mixture of flour, salt, and baking soda, previously sifted, and continue beating the dough for another 2-3 minutes until it becomes homogeneous.
- Wheat flour: 100 g
- Salt: pinch
- Soda: pinch
5
Final stage: fill the molds with batter about halfway. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, depending on size. Once we know everything is ready, we take the muffins out of the oven and let them cool a bit before removing them from the molds.