Krakelinge South African Cookies
Delight your taste buds with Krakelinge, a classic South African cookie that perfectly balances buttery richness with a hint of sweetness. These elegantly twisted cookies are made from a simple yet indulgent dough of all-purpose flour, creamy butter, and a touch of vanilla. With their golden, crisp edges and a sparkling sprinkle of coarse sugar, Krakelinge are both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Easy to shape into charming figure-eight loops, these cookies bake to perfection in just 15 minutes, making them an ideal choice for special occasions or a cozy tea-time treat. Serve them alongside your favorite hot beverage or gift them to loved ones as a delightful homemade surprise. Indulge in a taste of South African tradition with these buttery, crunchy delights!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 125 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams white granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, white granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Cut the butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and milk.
Step 5
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and knead lightly to form a smooth dough. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Step 6
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 5mm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Step 7
Cut strips of dough about 1cm wide and 10-12cm long. Twist them into figure-eight shapes or simple loops.
Step 8
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for slight spreading.
Step 9
Lightly brush the tops of the cookies with a little milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar for added crunch and sweetness.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown on the edges.
Step 11
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Serve with a hot beverage or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (486.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2190.4 |
| Total Fat 114.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 462.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 176.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 267.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 77.5g | |
| Protein 29.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 346.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories