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Piquitos De Enrique Dacosta—Enrique's Bread Bites

These piquitos de Enrique Dacosta are a sophisticated take on the classic Spanish bread snack. Known for their incredible crunch and rich olive oil flavour, these bite-sized crackers are a staple on tapas boards across Spain. By slowly incorporating oil and flour into a simple pizza dough base, you create a unique texture that is both light and satisfyingly crisp. They are an elegant addition to any appetiser spread and pair beautifully with olives, almonds, or vegan tapenade.

As a naturally vegan recipe, these homemade bread bites are a fantastic alternative to shop-bought crackers. The secret to their signature snap lies in the resting period in a cooling oven, which ensures they are perfectly dried out and crunchy all the way through. Whether you are serving them with a selection of dips or enjoying them as a simple savoury snack, these versatile piquitos bring a touch of Mediterranean flair to your kitchen with minimal effort.

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Ingredients for Piquitos De Enrique Dacosta—Enrique's Bread Bites

  • 110g pizza dough, at room temperature

  • Kosher or sea salt

  • 60ml extra virgin olive oil plus more for brushing

  • About 8 tablespoons flour

How to make Piquitos De Enrique Dacosta—Enrique's Bread Bites

Place the dough in a bowl and knead in 1/4 teaspoons salt. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and 2 tablespoons of the flour and work with your hands to fully incorporate. Repeat three more times for the remaining oil and flour, adding 1 tablespoon oil and 2 tablespoons flour at a time. Turn out on a floured work surface and knead lightly until smooth, adding more flour if the dough is too sticky.

Preheat the oven to 191°C. Roll the dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thick and cut with a biscuit cutter into crescents or other shapes. Place on a greased biscuit sheet, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake for 15 to 16 minutes, until lightly golden. Turn off the oven and leave in the oven for another 10 minutes to fully crisp.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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