Fasting croutons
Description
So, let me tell you,
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare the ingredients according to the list. Let's get started!
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Step 2
2. Mix the liquid honey with warm water, sugar, and vegetable oil.
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Step 3
3. Mix two cups of flour with baking powder, add to the liquid base, along with coarsely chopped nuts.
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Step 4
4. Knead a firm, buttery dough; it should be soft and pliable, not sticking to your hands. I used two cups of flour for the dough and an additional half cup for dusting the work surface. Shape the dough into a log about 24 cm long and 7-8 cm in diameter. Transfer it onto parchment paper or a non-stick baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Bake at 220 degrees for 40 minutes; if the top browns too quickly, cover it with foil. I didn't cover mine—the photo clearly shows how the baked dish looks after 40 minutes at 220 degrees.
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Step 6
6. Let the cake cool completely, then slice it with a sharp serrated knife into 1 cm thick slices. The cake should crumble and be crumbly – this is the key to delicious croutons.
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Step 7
7. Place the slices on a baking sheet and put them in a warm oven for 20 minutes at a temperature of 120-140 degrees. The goal is to dry and slightly toast the croutons.
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Step 8
8. The honey Lenten croutons are ready!