Pistachio-Filled Cookies
Pistachio-Filled Cookies are a delightful treat made with a unique semolina-based dough that's filled with a rich pistachio mixture. These cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, offering a nutty flavor that's enhanced by a light drizzle of sweet and tangy simple syrup. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and yields cookies that no one can resist.
Indulge in the delightful fusion of delicate semolina-based dough and rich pistachio filling with these irresistible pistachio-filled cookies. Crispy on the outside, soft and nutty on the inside, these cookies are elevated with a drizzling of sweet, tangy simple syrup. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are both easy to craft and impossible to resist.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
🥚 3 eggs
🧈 1 stick of unsalted butter (softened)
🍬 1/2 cup powdered sugar
🛢️ 1/2 cup vegetable oil
🥄 1 teaspoon baking powder
🌾 1 cup semolina
🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
🥜 Crushed pistachios (for filling and topping)
🥚 1 egg (for brushing)
For the Simple Syrup:
🍬 3 cups sugar
💧 3 cups water
🍋 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1- Prepare the Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine 3 cups of sugar, 3 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes until it thickens slightly. Set aside to cool.
2- Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, the softened stick of butter, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, and 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
- Gradually add in 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 cup of semolina, and 2 cups of flour, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Use your hands to knead the dough gently until fully combined.
3- Shape and Fill the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Take small portions of the dough and flatten them into discs.
- Place a teaspoon of crushed pistachios in the center of each disc, fold the edges over the filling, and roll into a ball.
- Arrange the filled dough balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4- Bake the Cookies:
- Crack an extra egg into a bowl, whisk it, and brush the tops of the cookies with the egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
5- Finish and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and immediately drizzle the cooled simple syrup over each one.
- Garnish with additional crushed pistachios for extra flavor and texture.
- Allow the cookies to cool and soak in the syrup before enjoying.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: Approximately 24 cookies
Calories: ~150 calories per cookie
Proteins: 3g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Equipment: Mixing bowl, whisk, saucepan, baking tray, parchment paper
Cooking Tips
- Ensure the butter is softened to blend easily with other ingredients.
- For a more intense pistachio flavor, consider toasting the crushed pistachios before using them as a filling.
- If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
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