Chocolate Canestrelli Cookies Recipe
Category: Sweets
Servings: 42 pieces
Canestrelli are traditional Italian cookies, known for their delicate texture and sweet, buttery flavor. This version incorporates rich dark chocolate, offering a delicious twist on the classic. Perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, these cookies will melt in your mouth and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 200g |
| Potato starch | 50g |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 130g |
| Powdered sugar | 100g |
| Egg yolks | 70g |
| Dark chocolate (70%) | 20g |
| Powdered sugar (for dusting) | To taste |
Instructions
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Prepare the Eggs:
Begin by hard-boiling the eggs. Place them in a pot of boiling water for about 8 minutes. Once cooked, remove them from the water, peel the eggs, and separate the yolks. Set the yolks aside for later. -
Melt the Chocolate:
Finely chop the dark chocolate and melt it. You can either do this over a double boiler or in the microwave. After it has melted, let it cool slightly. -
Mix the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, mash the egg yolks using a fork. Then, add the softened butter to the bowl and mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in the melted chocolate and powdered sugar, ensuring everything is well combined. -
Add Dry Ingredients:
Sift the all-purpose flour and potato starch together to remove any lumps, then gradually add them to the butter and egg mixture. Mix everything until you have a smooth, uniform dough. -
Chill the Dough:
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the dough firm up and makes it easier to roll out. -
Roll and Cut the Dough:
After chilling, remove the dough from the fridge and place it on a lightly floured surface. Dust the dough and rolling pin with flour, then roll it out to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (0.5 cm). Using a 5 cm flower-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the cookies. Gather the scraps, re-roll the dough, and continue cutting until all the dough has been used. -
Make the Holes:
Using a small piping tip (about 1 cm), gently press down in the center of each cookie to create a hole. -
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the cookies on the sheet and bake them for 12-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden around the edges. Be careful not to overbake, as these cookies should remain delicate. -
Cool and Dust:
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Once they are completely cool, dust the tops with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Serving Suggestions:
- These cookies are perfect for afternoon tea, offering a delicate sweetness that pairs wonderfully with coffee or herbal tea.
- Store them in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage. Just be sure to let them cool completely before storing.
Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these Chocolate Canestrelli! Theyโre a delightful treat that will surely impress your guests with their buttery richness and chocolatey depth.
