Kifli Crescent Cookies
Bring a touch of European charm to your holiday table with these delicate and buttery Kifli Crescent Cookies! Made with a rich dough of softened butter, finely ground walnuts, and a hint of vanilla, these traditional Hungarian treats are irresistibly tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Shaped into elegant crescents and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as beautiful as they are flavorful. Perfect for festive gatherings or as an everyday indulgence, these cookies combine minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques, making them a must-try for bakers of all levels. Bake up a batch of Kifli Crescent Cookies in under 40 minutes and savor the timeless joy of this classic homemade dessert.
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Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams ground walnuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 60 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat together with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until fully incorporated.
Step 4
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until it forms a soft dough. You may need to switch to using your hands to finish kneading the dough.
Step 5
Fold in the ground walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6
Take a small amount of dough (about 1 tablespoon) and roll it into a small log shape, approximately 5 cm (2 inches) long. Gently curve the ends to form a crescent shape.
Step 7
Place each crescent onto the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 cm apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Step 10
While the cookies are still warm, gently roll them in powdered sugar, coating them completely. Alternatively, you can sift powdered sugar over the cookies for a lighter coating.
Step 11
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (657.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3400.7 |
| Total Fat 229.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 436.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1214.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 307.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 113.8g | |
| Protein 41.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 749.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories