Ingredients
- ½ lb
- ½ cup
- yuca flour2 cups
- 2 tbsp
- 1½ tsp
- 1 tsp
- egg1 unitbeaten
- aguardiente2 tbsp
Method
1
Cream together the soft butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
2
Add the beaten egg to the butter mixture and stir well to combine.
3
Pour in the aguardiente and mix thoroughly until incorporated.
4
Sift together the yuca flour, wheat flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
5
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
6
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth and cohesive.
7
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball.
8
Flatten each ball into a disk about ½ inch thick and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9
Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
25 minutes
10
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving warm.