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Golden Walnut Fenikia Cookies
Fenikia Recipe 🍪
Prepare to indulge in the delightful flavors of Fenikia with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for dessert or any sweet occasion, these Greek-inspired cookies are sure to impress your taste buds and your guests!
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 72 cookies
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 1 | Water |
| 1/2 | Brandy |
| 1 | Egg |
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 3 tsp | Baking powder |
| 2 1/2 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Ground cloves |
| 1 cup | Chopped walnuts |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| To taste | Cinnamon (for filling) |
| To taste | Ground cloves (for filling) |
| – | Hot syrup (for dipping) |
| – | Additional chopped walnuts (for decoration) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot.
- Remove from heat and stir in water and brandy. Allow the mixture to cool.
- Once cooled, stir in the beaten egg.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Add a tablespoon each of ground cinnamon and ground cloves to the flour mixture.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the liquid mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Ensure the dough is not too soft; add more flour if necessary.
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Shape the Cookies:
- With floured hands, shape the dough into ovals.
- Indent each cookie lengthwise with your thumbs.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, sugar, and a dash each of cinnamon and cloves.
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Fill the Cookies:
- Place 1 teaspoon of the prepared filling into the indentation of each cookie.
- Gently close the dough over the filling.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the filled cookies on a baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
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Cool and Decorate:
- Once baked, allow the cookies to cool.
- Dip the cooled cookies into hot syrup, then place them on racks to drain.
- Decorate the cookies with additional chopped walnuts for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve these delectable Fenikia cookies as a sweet treat for family, friends, or guests.
- Pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful indulgence.
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Storage Tip:
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
With their irresistible aroma and satisfying crunch, these Fenikia cookies are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the taste of Greece with every bite!
