New Mexico. This cake captures the flavors of the Biscochito, which often includes cinnamon, anise, and sugar. Here’s a simple recipe for Biscochito Cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground anise (optional)
- 1 cup milk
For the Topping:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground anise (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground anise (if using).
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour into Cake Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground anise (if using).
- Sprinkle Topping:
- Sprinkle the sugar and spice topping evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the Biscochito Cake has cooled, you can cut it into slices and enjoy the rich, spiced flavors reminiscent of the classic Biscochito cookie.
