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Baicoli Muffins Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed baicoli biscuits

Special equipment needed:
- Muffin tin
- Muffin liners

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract, until well combined.

5. Fold in the crushed baicoli biscuits.

6. Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes in the muffin tin before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 18-20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Temperature:
350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
12 muffins

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg
Sodium: 220mg
Total carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Total sugars: 23g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Baicoli biscuits can be substituted with any other type of biscuit or cookie.

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter for a chocolatey twist.
- Top each muffin with a dollop of whipped cream and a baicoli biscuit for a fancy presentation.

Tips and tricks:
- Crush the baicoli biscuits into small pieces to ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming with the sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.

Storage instructions:
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Warm the muffins in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the muffins on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a few whole baicoli biscuits for decoration.

Garnishes:
Dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream and a baicoli biscuit.

Pairings:
Enjoy the muffins with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve the muffins as a sweet treat on their own.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the muffins are too dry, try adding a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
- If the muffins are too wet, try adding a tablespoon of flour to the batter.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to store the muffins in an airtight container to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
Baicoli biscuits are a traditional Italian biscuit from Venice, often served with coffee or tea. They are long and thin, and are known for their crisp texture and buttery flavor.

Flavor profiles:
The baicoli biscuits add a buttery and slightly sweet flavor to the muffins.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the muffins as a sweet treat for breakfast or as a dessert.

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Region: Italian

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Buttery, Moist