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Deditos de Novia (Sugar-Coated Guava Biscuits)

These Deditos de Novia are a must-try! Delightfully sweet guava biscuits coated in sugar, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup milk whole or skim
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1 cup salted butter at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 cup guava paste
  • 1 cup powdered white sugar for coating

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie cutter
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
  4. Step 4: Cream together the salted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Pour in the milk and vanilla (or almond) extract into the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until fully combined.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Step 7: On a lightly floured surface, roll out your dough to about ¼-inch thickness.
  8. Step 8: Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Step 9: Place guava paste on the center of half of the biscuit shapes, then top with another biscuit shape and seal the edges.
  10. Step 10: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tops are lightly golden.
  11. Step 11: Allow to cool for a few minutes, then roll in powdered sugar until well coated.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Freeze baked biscuits in an airtight container for up to three months.