Tender cookies with jam and citrus flavor
Who doesn't love a dessert that brings smiles and fills the house with inviting aromas? Tender cookies are a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it's a party, a gathering with friends, or simply a relaxing afternoon with family. These delicious cookies can be customized with jam, nuts, peanuts, or raisins, making them even more appealing. Get ready to discover a simple and quick recipe that will surely become one of your favorites!
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 10-12 minutes
Total time: 30-35 minutes
Number of servings: 60 cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 small cups (coffee cups) of sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups of oil
- 4 cups of flour (heaped)
- A pinch of ammonia, extinguished with vinegar or lemon juice
- Optional: jam, chopped nuts, raisins, peanuts
Before you begin, here are some helpful tips about the ingredients:
- Use fresh eggs to achieve a fluffier composition. You can check the freshness of the eggs by placing them in water: fresh eggs will sink, while old ones will float.
- Choose a neutral-tasting oil, such as sunflower oil, so it doesn't alter the final flavor of the cookies.
- Lemon zest adds a note of freshness, but if you prefer another citrus, orange is a delicious alternative.
Let's start our culinary adventure!
Step 1: Preparing the mixture
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and vanilla sugar using a whisk or mixer until the mixture becomes frothy and light in color. This is the stage where air is incorporated, which will make the cookies fluffy and light.
Step 2: Adding the oil
Gradually add the oil to the egg mixture while continuing to mix. It's important to add the oil gradually to prevent the ingredients from separating. You'll notice how the mixture becomes more fluid and homogeneous.
Step 3: Incorporating the ammonia
Extinguish the ammonia with a little vinegar or lemon juice and add it to the mixture. Ammonia will help the cookies rise and become tender. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are well integrated.
Step 4: Adding the flour
Start adding the flour gradually, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula. Flour is the key ingredient that will give the desired consistency. If you want to add chopped nuts, raisins, or peanuts, now is the time to incorporate them into the dough.
Step 5: Forming the cookies
Prepare a baking tray lined with parchment paper or greased with oil/butter. Using a teaspoon, take small scoops of dough and place them spaced apart, as the cookies will spread during baking.
Step 6: Baking
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly browned at the edges. Be careful! They bake very quickly and can burn easily, so don’t take your eyes off them!
Step 7: Cooling and assembling
Once the cookies are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the tray, then transfer them to a plate using a knife or spatula. Once they are completely cooled, you can spread them with jam and pair them together.
Final notes:
These cookies are perfect for serving alongside a cup of tea or coffee, but also as a snack during the day. If you want to add a touch of originality, you can try adding a few drops of almond essence to the dough or dusting them with powdered sugar at the end.
Frequently asked questions:
1. Can I replace the oil with butter?
Yes, you can use melted butter, but the cookies will have a different texture.
2. How can I keep the cookies fresh longer?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
3. Can I use other dried fruits instead of raisins?
Sure! You can experiment with cranberries, dried apricots, or dates for different flavors.
Nutrition:
These cookies are a good source of carbohydrates but also add a dose of vitamins and minerals thanks to the dried fruits. Calories may vary depending on the added ingredients, but on average, one cookie has about 60-70 calories.
Let’s enjoy these aromatic and fluffy cookies together, which are sure to bring joy in every bite!
Who doesn't love a dessert that brings smiles and fills the house with inviting aromas? Tender cookies are a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it's a party, a gathering with friends, or simply a relaxing afternoon with family. These delicious cookies can be customized with jam, nuts, peanuts, or raisins, making them even more appealing. Get ready to discover a simple and quick recipe that will surely become one of your favorites!
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 10-12 minutes
Total time: 30-35 minutes
Number of servings: 60 cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 small cups (coffee cups) of sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups of oil
- 4 cups of flour (heaped)
- A pinch of ammonia, extinguished with vinegar or lemon juice
- Optional: jam, chopped nuts, raisins, peanuts
Before you begin, here are some helpful tips about the ingredients:
- Use fresh eggs to achieve a fluffier composition. You can check the freshness of the eggs by placing them in water: fresh eggs will sink, while old ones will float.
- Choose a neutral-tasting oil, such as sunflower oil, so it doesn't alter the final flavor of the cookies.
- Lemon zest adds a note of freshness, but if you prefer another citrus, orange is a delicious alternative.
Let's start our culinary adventure!
Step 1: Preparing the mixture
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and vanilla sugar using a whisk or mixer until the mixture becomes frothy and light in color. This is the stage where air is incorporated, which will make the cookies fluffy and light.
Step 2: Adding the oil
Gradually add the oil to the egg mixture while continuing to mix. It's important to add the oil gradually to prevent the ingredients from separating. You'll notice how the mixture becomes more fluid and homogeneous.
Step 3: Incorporating the ammonia
Extinguish the ammonia with a little vinegar or lemon juice and add it to the mixture. Ammonia will help the cookies rise and become tender. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are well integrated.
Step 4: Adding the flour
Start adding the flour gradually, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula. Flour is the key ingredient that will give the desired consistency. If you want to add chopped nuts, raisins, or peanuts, now is the time to incorporate them into the dough.
Step 5: Forming the cookies
Prepare a baking tray lined with parchment paper or greased with oil/butter. Using a teaspoon, take small scoops of dough and place them spaced apart, as the cookies will spread during baking.
Step 6: Baking
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are lightly browned at the edges. Be careful! They bake very quickly and can burn easily, so don’t take your eyes off them!
Step 7: Cooling and assembling
Once the cookies are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the tray, then transfer them to a plate using a knife or spatula. Once they are completely cooled, you can spread them with jam and pair them together.
Final notes:
These cookies are perfect for serving alongside a cup of tea or coffee, but also as a snack during the day. If you want to add a touch of originality, you can try adding a few drops of almond essence to the dough or dusting them with powdered sugar at the end.
Frequently asked questions:
1. Can I replace the oil with butter?
Yes, you can use melted butter, but the cookies will have a different texture.
2. How can I keep the cookies fresh longer?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
3. Can I use other dried fruits instead of raisins?
Sure! You can experiment with cranberries, dried apricots, or dates for different flavors.
Nutrition:
These cookies are a good source of carbohydrates but also add a dose of vitamins and minerals thanks to the dried fruits. Calories may vary depending on the added ingredients, but on average, one cookie has about 60-70 calories.
Let’s enjoy these aromatic and fluffy cookies together, which are sure to bring joy in every bite!