Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
Special Equipment Needed:
- Electric mixer
- 2 baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- 2-inch biscuit cutter
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Beat in the vanilla extract.
6. Add the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk and mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in the bacon.
8. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness.
9. Using a 2-inch biscuit cutter, cut out circles of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
10. Brush the tops of the puits d’amour with maple syrup.
11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes 16 puits d’amour
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Butter: You can substitute vegan butter or margarine for the butter.
- Buttermilk: You can substitute regular milk or almond milk for the buttermilk.
- Bacon: You can substitute cooked turkey bacon or cooked tempeh bacon for the bacon.
Variations:
- You can add ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the dough for a nutty flavor.
- You can add ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for a spiced flavor.
- You can add ½ cup of dried cranberries or raisins to the dough for a fruity flavor.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature before creaming it with the sugar.
- Make sure to roll out the dough to an even thickness for even baking.
- Make sure to brush the tops of the puits d’amour with maple syrup before baking.
Storage Instructions:
Store the puits d’amour in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the puits d’amour in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the puits d’amour on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Garnishes:
Garnish the puits d’amour with a sprinkle of chopped bacon and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Pairings:
Serve the puits d’amour with a cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold milk.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve the puits d’amour with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the puits d’amour are too dry, add a tablespoon of buttermilk to the dough.
- If the puits d’amour are too wet, add a tablespoon of flour to the dough.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon to an internal temperature of 165°F before adding it to the dough.
Food History:
Puits d’amour is a French pastry that originated in the 19th century. It is traditionally made with a sweet dough and filled with jam or custard.
Flavor Profiles:
The puits d’amour have a sweet and savory flavor with notes of maple and bacon.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the puits d’amour as a dessert or a snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Savory, Salty, Maple, Bacon, Maple-Flavored, Bacon-Flavored