The spiced cookies with rice flour that I prepared these days are naturally gluten and lactose-free. They are very fragrant and have a really special taste, which can be adjusted according to your preferences. I chose to add a greater amount of cinnamon followed by star anise, which gives freshness, and the smaller doses are for nutmeg and cloves because they are very strong. You just have to try them.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Medium
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, Christmas
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cup gluten-free rice flour
- 2 1/2 cups cups gluten-free whole grain rice flour
- 2/3 cup cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon teaspoon xanthan (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tablespoon gluten-free baking powder
- 1 teaspoon teaspoon cinnamon powder (gluten-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon star anise (powdered)
- 1 pinch pinch nutmeg
- 1 pinch pinch cloves
Tools
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Baking tray
- 1 Cookie cutter
Steps
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the sugar, and beat with a whisk.
Add the oil and mix well until a smooth cream is obtained. Sift the flours with xanthan, baking powder, and spices. Add them gradually and knead.
If necessary, decrease or increase the flour, as it depends on absorption. Form a dough and wrap it in plastic wrap. Let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough to 1/8 inch on a lightly floured work surface. Cut the cookies with Christmas cookie cutters and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 340°F for 15 minutes in a preheated static oven. Remove from oven and let cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
WARNING: consult the Italian Celiac Association handbook and carefully read the ingredients to ensure they are free from gluten contamination.
Tips
They can be stored in a closed box for up to 15 days.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Which vegetable oil can I use?
You can choose any from olive oil to rice oil.
Can I use only rice flour or only whole grain rice flour?
Yes, you can choose just one type of flour. Just be sure to add it gradually, as you may need more or less depending on the absorption level of the recipe.
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