Barquillos Wafer Rolls

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and coconut flakes.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter and water.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Using a pastry cutter or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 2-inch strips.
7. Carefully wrap each strip around a wooden dowel or rolling pin and bake for 10-15 minutes.
8. Allow the rolls to cool before removing them from the dowels.
9. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Barquillos originated in the Philippines.
• Barquillos is the Spanish word for "rolls".
• The traditional recipe for Barquillos Wafer Rolls calls for lard instead of butter.