North Africian Cardamom Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these North African Cardamom Cookies, a fragrant and buttery treat inspired by the bold flavors of North African cuisine. Infused with the warm, citrusy spice of ground cardamom and a hint of optional orange zest, these cookies are perfect for those who crave a unique twist on traditional shortbread-style cookies. With a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a light dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as elegant as they are irresistible. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this recipe combines pantry staples like flour, sugar, and butter into a sophisticated dessert perfect for teatime, holidays, or everyday indulgence. Pair them with a steaming cup of mint tea or coffee for an authentic cultural experience you'll savor with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 115 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons Ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest (optional)
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cardamom, baking powder, and salt. Set the dry ingredients aside.
Step 3
In a larger mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and orange zest (if using) to the creamed butter mixture. Beat until fully combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass to create a disc shape.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once the cookies have cooled, dust them lightly with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy with a cup of mint tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (518.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2282.9 |
| Total Fat 100.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 435.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1069.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 319.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 132.1g | |
| Protein 28.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 97.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 357.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories