AuthorTanyaCategoryDessertsDifficultyBeginnerThese traditional festive cookies are served during most holiday get-togethers. I recall these tasty sweets at most special occasions growing up. There are many variations to it but I find that using cornstarch makes the cookie delicately melt in your mouth. Some like to add orange blossom to enhance the flavor but I think Araq, a Levantine alcoholic spirit, is a wonderful addition to enrich the cookie’s taste. Traditionally, the cookie is made in an S-shape, but you can find them in different shapes, with various kinds of nuts.
INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
Beat the butter and sugar in a food processor or in a bowl with a hand mixer.
Add the Araq and gradually add the flour and cornstarch. Once mixed, gently knead the batter with your hands.
Preheat oven to 325F/160C.
Line a baking sheet and roll the dough into small balls.
Place them equidistant onto a baking sheet, put an almond in the center and gently press into to the ball.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
Ingredients
Directions
Beat the butter and sugar in a food processor or in a bowl with a hand mixer.
Add the Araq and gradually add the flour and cornstarch. Once mixed, gently knead the batter with your hands.
Preheat oven to 325F/160C.
Line a baking sheet and roll the dough into small balls.
Place them equidistant onto a baking sheet, put an almond in the center and gently press into to the ball.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
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