Cookies with nuts and orange peel

Name: Cookies with nuts and orange peel - Gina A.
Ingredients: 250 g flour; 4 tablespoons finely ground walnuts; 160 g lard; 5 tablespoons sugar; 1 egg + 1 yolk; 1 vial of vanilla essence; grated peel of one orange

Dessert - Cookies with nuts and orange peel by Gina A. - Recipia

Sometimes I crave a simple sweet treat, especially when I have some nuts at home. I recently tried a recipe for cookies with nuts and orange zest, inspired by the blog "Diva in the Kitchen." I added ground nuts and a bit of grated orange peel, which really enhances the flavor. The recipe isn't complicated, and the ingredients are easy to find. Quick Info Total time: about 1 hour and 30 minutes (including cooling and baking) Preparation time: 15 minutes (excluding cooling) Baking time: 12 minutes for each batch Servings: 20-25 cookies, depending on size Difficulty: easy Recipe type: cookies, homemade dessert, suitable for Christmas Ingredients 250 g flour 4 tablespoons finely ground nuts 160 g lard 5 tablespoons sugar 1 whole egg 1 egg yolk 1 vial of vanilla essence grated zest of one orange Instructions 1. Place the flour in a large bowl. Add the ground nuts, sugar, the whole egg, egg yolk, lard, vanilla essence, and orange zest. 2. Mix well by hand or with a spatula until the dough becomes homogeneous and no longer sticks to your hands. It should feel quite dense but soft enough to work with. 3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour. The dough firms up and is easier to shape after chilling. 4. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper. 5. Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Place it in a piping bag with a star tip and pipe the cookies directly onto the tray. The dough is quite stiff, making it a bit challenging to pipe, but it works. Choose simple shapes to avoid straining the piping bag. 6. Bake the cookies for 12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Don’t leave them in too long, as they should remain soft. 7. Remove the tray and let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a plate. They are fragile while warm. 8. Once cooled, they can be stored at room temperature. Why I Make This Recipe Often I love these cookies because they are quick to make, the ingredients are simple, and the result is perfect for any occasion. The nuts and orange give them a unique flavor. They keep well for a few days in a box, making them great for guests or as a snack. Tips and Variations Tips If the dough seems too stiff to pipe, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes after removing it from the fridge. If you don’t have a piping bag, you can roll small balls by hand and gently flatten them on the tray. Choose well-dried nuts; otherwise, they may impart a bitter taste. Substitutions You can replace lard with butter that has at least 80% fat, but the texture will be slightly different. Instead of orange, you can use grated lemon zest for a different flavor. Variations You can add a pinch of cinnamon if you like. Chopped nuts can be sprinkled on top before baking. If you wish, you can glaze some with melted chocolate after they cool. Serving Ideas They pair well with coffee or tea, especially in the morning. They are suitable for mixed platters during holidays or packed for a sweet snack. Frequently Asked Questions Can the dough be worked without a piping bag? Yes, you can shape small balls of dough by hand and gently flatten them. The cookies will taste just as good; only the shape will differ. Can I substitute lard with butter? Yes, but lard makes the cookies flakier. If you use butter, try to choose one with at least 80% fat for a similar result. How long do the cookies last? They last 3-4 days in a sealed container at room temperature. If left longer, they may become harder. Can I use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar? You can use it, but measure it accurately, as powdered sugar is denser. The dough texture will be similar. Nutritional Values Approximately, one cookie has about 80-90 kcal (depending on size). For a serving of 4 cookies, it’s around 320-360 kcal. The fat content is high due to the lard/nuts (about 6 g per cookie), carbohydrates are around 7-8 g per cookie, and protein is under 2 g per cookie. These are approximate values; for an exact calculation, the ingredients used should be weighed. Storage and Reheating The cookies store best in a metal or plastic container at room temperature for up to 4 days. They do not need reheating. If they become too hard, you can place a slice of bread in the container for a day to soften them slightly. I do not recommend storing them in the fridge or freezer, as they lose their flaky texture.

Cookies with nuts and orange peel

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