Are you tired of buying rusks from the store that are often stale or don't meet your taste preferences? Why not make your own rusks at home? Making rusks at home is not only easy but also cost-effective. Moreover, you can add your favorite ingredients and customize your rusks according to your taste. So, let's get started with making rusk at home!
Ingredients Required
- Flour: 500 grams
- Sugar: 250 grams
- Baking Powder: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Butter: 250 grams
- Eggs: 2
- Milk: 1 cup
- Vanilla Essence: 1 teaspoon
- Raisins (optional): 1 cup
Instructions
Preparing the Dough
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add sugar to the mixture and stir it well.
- Cut the butter into small cubes and add them to the mixture.
- Mix the butter with the flour mixture using your fingertips until it turns into a crumbly texture.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs well and add vanilla essence to it.
- Mix the egg mixture with the flour mixture, and gradually pour in the milk to make a soft dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- (Optional Step): Add raisins to the dough and knead it well.
Baking the Rusks
- Grease a baking tray with butter or oil.
- Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into small rounds or ovals.
- Place the shaped rusks onto the tray, leaving some space between each one.
- Bake the rusks in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
- Take the rusks out of the oven and let them cool down for 10-15 minutes.
- Lower the oven temperature to 120°C and cut each rusk into thin slices.
- Place the sliced rusks onto the tray and bake them again for 1-2 hours or until they turn crispy and dry.
Storing the Rusks
- Let the rusks cool down completely before storing them in an airtight container.
- You can store them for up to 2-3 weeks.
- Note: You can also dip the rusks in coffee or tea, and enjoy them as a breakfast or snack.
With these simple steps, you can make your own delicious rusks at home. Don't be afraid to experiment and add your own ingredients to make your rusks unique. Enjoy!
