Black Pepper Rings

Recipe View 5 mins Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light and frothy. Gradually stir in the melted butter and vegetable oil until well combined. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate, large bowl, thoroughly whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, and baking powder to ensure even distribution. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the egg mixture. Gradually mix until the dough begins to come together, forming a shaggy mass. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch long cylinder. Bend each cylinder into a ring shape, carefully pinching the ends together to seal. Use a sharp knife to score each ring around its outside edge, creating shallow cuts. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Carefully drop the rings, two at a time, into the boiling water. Boil for exactly 1 minute per batch. Remove the rings from the water using a slotted spoon or skimmer and place them on lightly greased cookie sheets, leaving some space between each ring. (Cook time: 8 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the rings are golden brown and slightly firm to the touch. Let cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. (Bake time: 20 minutes)