Savory Cornmeal Biscuit Bowls
Transform your meal presentation with these delightful Savory Cornmeal Biscuit Bowls! Crafted from a blend of whole wheat flour and cornmeal, these crispy yet tender biscuit bowls are the perfect vessel for your favorite soups, stews, or salads. The chili powder adds a subtle kick, while the buttery texture pairs beautifully with hearty fillings. Easy to make and fun to share, these biscuit bowls are a creative way to enjoy comfort food. Ideal for dinner parties or family meals, impress your guests with a deliciously unique dining experience.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
whole wheat flour
2 1/4 cups (sifted)
cornmeal
1 1/4 cups (fine)
baking powder
4 teaspoons (none)
chili powder
3/4 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
butter
2/3 cup (cold and cubed)
milk
1 1/2 cups (room temperature)
egg
1 (beaten (optional))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cornmeal, baking powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Gradually add in the milk, stirring until a soft dough forms. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to allow it to hydrate.
5
Meanwhile, prepare 8 souffle bowls by turning them upside down and wrapping the outside with aluminum foil, ensuring they are well-greased to prevent sticking.
6
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions, and gently shape each piece around the outside of the prepared bowls, pressing firmly but carefully to form a bowl shape.
7
If desired, brush the tops of the bowls with a beaten egg for a golden finish, and sprinkle a little additional cornmeal on top for added texture.
8
Place the bowls on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
9
Allow the biscuit bowls to cool for a few minutes before carefully lifting them off the bowls using the foil. Invert the bowls to fill with your choice of soup, salad, or any rich filling. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Cornmeal Biscuit Bowls?
They are crispy yet tender edible vessels made from a blend of whole wheat flour and cornmeal, perfect for serving soups, stews, or salads.
What is the main flour used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of sifted whole wheat flour.
How many biscuit bowls does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make 8 equal portions or bowls.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
What ingredient provides a subtle kick to the flavor?
A 3/4 teaspoon of chili powder is included to provide a subtle kick.
How long should the dough rest before shaping?
The dough should rest for 10 minutes to allow it to hydrate properly.
What kind of butter is required?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of cold and cubed butter.
How do I prepare the molds for the bowls?
Turn 8 souffle bowls upside down and wrap the outside with aluminum foil, ensuring they are well-greased.
How long do the biscuit bowls need to bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes.
What is the recommended serving suggestion?
Serve them warm filled with your choice of soup, salad, or any rich filling.
Is an egg wash necessary?
The egg wash is optional but recommended for a golden finish and added texture when sprinkled with cornmeal.
What type of cornmeal should be used?
The recipe specifies 1 1/4 cups of fine cornmeal.
How do I incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients?
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Should the milk be cold or room temperature?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/2 cups of room temperature milk.
How do I know when the bowls are finished baking?
They are done when they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
How do I remove the baked dough from the souffle bowls?
Allow them to cool for a few minutes, then carefully lift them off using the foil.
Can these be served at parties?
Yes, they are ideal for dinner parties or family meals as a creative way to enjoy comfort food.
What is the texture of these biscuit bowls?
They have a buttery texture that is both crispy and tender.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 4 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much salt is included in the dough?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
How do I shape the dough into bowls?
Divide the dough into 8 pieces and gently shape each piece around the outside of the foil-wrapped souffle bowls.
What can I use to garnish the tops?
You can brush with a beaten egg and sprinkle additional cornmeal on top.
Are these biscuit bowls savory or sweet?
These are savory biscuit bowls, flavored with chili powder and salt.
Can I use these for stews?
Yes, they are described as a perfect vessel for hearty fillings like stews.
Is the flour used whole wheat or white?
This recipe specifically uses whole wheat flour.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 8 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Do I grease the souffle bowls or the foil?
You wrap the bowls in foil and ensure the outside of the foil is well-greased.
Why is the milk added gradually?
Adding milk gradually while stirring helps ensure a soft dough forms correctly.
How do I serve the final product?
Invert the baked bowls and fill them with your desired warm filling.