Tortas de Aceite

Tortas de Aceite are delightful Spanish oil cakes, known for their crispy exterior and soft, airy interior, making them a perfect dairy-free breakfast treat. Infused with anise and orange zest, these cakes offer a unique flavor that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 200 grams
• extra virgin olive oil - 60 ml
• water - 100 ml
• sugar - 50 grams
• active dry yeast - 7 grams
• anise seeds - 1 teaspoon
• orange zest - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• powdered sugar - for dusting

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water (about 30°C) and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, anise seeds, and orange zest.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the olive oil and the yeast mixture.
4. Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms, then knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
5. Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
8. Roll each piece into a thin disc approximately 1/2 cm thick and place them on the prepared baking tray.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil which can support heart health.
• Contains anise seeds which may aid digestion.

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