- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Buttery Sequilho Recipe: Ideal for those who enjoy light and moist sweets.”
What you need to know
- 20 minutes of preparation and cooking on average, ensuring a practical and quick recipe.
- The combination of wheat flour, butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla creates a uniform and creamy shortbread cookie.
- The use of baking powder helps in the lightness of the sequilho.
- The sequilho can be served individually or in portions, depending on preference.
Ingredients
Main
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 200g butter
- 150g of sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
Instructions
Principal
- Preaqueça o forno a 180ºC.
- In a bowl, beat the butter with the sugar until it forms a light cream.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and mix until a homogeneous dough is obtained.
- Shape small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- With a fork, flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.
Chef's tips
- For a crunchier shortbread cookie, use a baking sheet greased with butter and flour.
- Add a little extra baking powder for a softer texture.
- For a richer version, replace part of the flour with powdered sugar.
Variations
- For a savory version, add 1 teaspoon of salt instead of the leavening agent.
- For a sweeter version, increase the sugar or add a little powdered sugar.
- For a richer version, use more butter or sugar.
Substitutions
- Replacing sugar with cornmeal in a small amount can give a different flavor, but with a drier texture.
- Replacing butter with oil or margarine may alter the flavor, but it will not affect the texture.
- Substituting rice flour for wheat flour can make a crispier sequilho.
How to store
Leave the dessert in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
They do not freeze. If frozen, the texture may change and the sequilhos may crumble.
What to serve with
Serves well with hot coffee or tea.
Frequently asked questions
How do I thaw the sequilho?
It is not necessary to thaw, just cool the package at room temperature.
What can be served with sequilho?
You can serve with hot coffee or tea.
Can the sequilho be frozen?
No, they are not frozen.
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