The fisherman’s cookies are rustic and genuine treats, incredibly easy to make. Their history smells of the sea and waiting: traditionally they were prepared by the mothers and wives of fishermen who stayed away from home for several days due to work.
For this reason, the main characteristic of these cookies is their ability to maintain their fragrance and goodness for a long time. Characterized by a pleasantly crumbly texture, they become absolutely irresistible thanks to the crunchy note of dried fruits in the dough. They are perfect for dipping or enjoying as an energy-boosting snack that speaks of tradition.
Come with me, let’s start baking. Enjoy the recipe, Giusi.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 25 Minutes
- Portions: 25 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Fisherman’s Cookies
Soak the raisins in a bowl with cold water and then squeeze them well before adding them to the dough.
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs
- 3 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 2/3 cup almonds
- 1 small glass water (If necessary)
Steps for Fisherman’s Cookies
Place all the ingredients except the dried fruits in a bowl.
Knead well until you form a dough ball; if necessary, add half a small glass of water to help mix better.
Once the dough ball is formed, add the dried fruits and incorporate well.
Moisten your hands and start creating balls, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 356°F in a preheated static oven for 15/18 minutes in the middle part of the oven.
The fisherman’s cookies are ready to be enjoyed.
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Storage
The fisherman’s cookies keep perfectly for several days if stored in a tin box or an airtight container.
Thanks to their particular texture, they retain their fragrance and the crumbliness typical of this traditional recipe.
