Dunking Biscuits

Name: Dunking Biscuits
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 30
Ingredients: Type 00 flour 4.1 cups; Sugar 0.9 cup; Sunflower seed oil ½ cup; Eggs 2; Baking powder 3 ½ tsp; Lemon peel 1; Sugar to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Makes: 30
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Dunking cookies are a breakfast favorite all over Italy. Really, from the north to the south, you’ll see them on kitchen tables everywhere. These dunking cookies? They’re all about keeping things simple and tender. Pretty perfect for a cozy morning. And here's the thing, the dough comes together fast. Seriously, no long wait to enjoy these crispy, golden treats.

Italians, they take breakfast seriously. Dipping a handful of cookies to dunk in milk or coffee is a tradition that, I gotta say, never gets old. Every bite has that satisfying crunch that softens just right when it hits your cup. It's the kind of thing that turns a regular morning into something special. You know, when everyone gathers around with their mugs and cookies.

In Italian homes, it's not about just one kind of cookie. No way. There are all sorts of classics families love. Think "Biscotti con gocce di cioccolato" for some chocolate, or "Biscotti della nonna"—so so tender and slightly sweet. Some prefer "Biscottini al burro con marmellata" with that tangy jam in the middle. No matter your favorite, they're all the best cookies for dunking. The friable texture soaks up just the right amount of liquid—without falling apart. And look, the fun is in mixing and matching flavors.

Really, put out a platter with a few kinds, and everyone gets to pick. These homemade dunking cookies do more than just fill you up. They make mornings feel relaxed and welcoming. It's easy to see why this tradition is such a big deal in Italy. Plus, it brings people together over something simple, yet so so good. Whether you’re sipping on espresso or a big cup of milk, these cookies are sure to add a touch of Italian warmth to your morning routine. For sure, can't go wrong with that.

INGREDIENTS

Type 00 flour 4.1 cups (500 g)

Sugar 0.9 cup (180 g)

Sunflower seed oil ½ cup (100 g)

Eggs 2

Baking powder 3 ½ tsp (16 g)

Lemon peel 1

for coating: Sugar to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Dunking Biscuits

To prepare the dunking biscuits, pour the sugar and eggs into a bowl 1, then add the lemon zest for flavor 2. Add the oil and stir with a spoon to combine, then add the baking powder 3.

Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour 4, stirring until it gains consistency 5, then start kneading with your hands 6.

Knead until you obtain a soft and non-sticky dough 7. Form the biscuits: take a piece of dough and shape it into a small loaf 8. Flatten the loaves slightly 9: with these quantities, you will get about thirty biscuits.

Roll each biscuit in granulated sugar 10 and gradually place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper 11. Bake the biscuits in a preheated static oven at 356°F for 15-18 minutes. Remove from the oven and let your dunking biscuits cool completely before enjoying them 12!