Best homemade recipe to bake rusk
Posted by Irfan Ansari
Here's a simple homemade recipe for baking rusks:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Add the melted butter, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until a dough forms. If you're adding nuts or raisins, this is the time to incorporate them into the dough.
4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a log shape, about 2 inches in diameter. Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them as they will spread slightly while baking.
6. Bake the logs in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
7. Remove the logs from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes until they are cool enough to handle.
8. Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
9. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice the logs diagonally into 1-inch thick slices. Arrange the slices cut side down on the baking sheet.
10. Return the sliced rusks to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until they are dry and crispy. Flip the rusks halfway through the baking process to ensure even browning.
11. Once the rusks are baked and completely cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will continue to harden as they cool.
Enjoy your homemade rusks with tea or coffee, or eat them as a crunchy snack on their own!
