Golden Pine Nut Delights: Irresistible European Cookies

Perfectly Delightful Pine Nut Cookies Recipe 🍪🌰

Introduction:

These delectable Pine Nut Cookies are a delightful blend of European flavors, perfected through a series of ingredient adjustments to achieve the ideal balance of sweetness and nuttiness. Originally inspired by a recipe shared by a friend, this rendition has been lovingly crafted to offer you a taste sensation that’s sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a total cook time of 45 minutes, you’ll have a batch of these scrumptious cookies ready to enjoy in no time!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 teaspoons ground fennel
• 2 teaspoons anise seed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup pine nuts

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 122
• Fat: 6.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.4g
• Cholesterol: 25.3mg
• Sodium: 37.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0.4g
  • Sugar: 7.1g
• Protein: 1.6g

Instructions:

Method:

1. Start by ensuring that your butter is soft but not melted. This ensures the perfect texture for your cookies.

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2. In a large bowl, using either an electric mixer or a hand mixer, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground fennel, anise seed, and salt until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 10 minutes of mixing.

3. Once the mixture is fluffy, beat in the eggs until well combined.

4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, mixing just until blended. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies.

5. Transfer the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

6. Wrap the dough log tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours. Chilling the dough helps it firm up, making it easier to slice and bake.

7. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line your baking sheets with either a silpat, parchment paper, or lightly spray them with Pam to prevent sticking.

8. Remove the dough log from the refrigerator and slice it crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place the slices onto the prepared baking sheets, making sure to space them evenly apart.

9. Press about 6 pine nuts decoratively atop each cookie, indenting them slightly into the dough. This not only adds a decorative touch but also helps to flatten the cookies slightly and spread them out as they bake.

10. For an extra festive touch, you can also sprinkle some decorative colored sugar sprinkles atop each cookie before baking.

11. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until they are almost golden brown around the edges.

12. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheets for a few minutes.

13. Using a spatula, carefully transfer the cookies onto a plate or into a cookie jar for serving and storage.

14. Enjoy your homemade Pine Nut Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, or share them with friends and family for a delightful treat!

These Pine Nut Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and nutty, with a hint of aromatic spices that make them truly irresistible. Whether you’re baking them for a special occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So go ahead, whip up a batch today and indulge in the deliciousness! 🍪🌰