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Mandarin Cookies

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The mandarin cookies are fragrant and irresistible treats, perfect to accompany a cup of tea or coffee for breakfast or a snack.

The juice and zest of the mandarin give the dough a fresh citrus aroma, which perfectly complements the softness of the butter and other ingredients.

My desserts, from cakes, brioche, to cookies, share the common characteristic of being low in sugar.

This is my healthy yet indulgent lifestyle, which I would like to pass on to those who prepare my dishes.

Of course, those who love more sweetness can freely add more than my doses.

Baking cookies relaxes the mind and gives positive energy, try it😉

Here are some other simple yet tasty cookie recipes:

  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Cost: Very Cheap
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Portions: 17 Pieces
  • Cooking methods: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All Seasons, Christmas

Ingredients

  • 3.5 oz mandarins (juiced)
  • 2 tbsps sugar
  • 1 mandarin zest (grated)
  • 1 egg
  • 3.5 tbsps butter (softened)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tsps baking powder
  • 1.75 cups Type 2 flour
  • 1/3 cup whole wheat semolina flour (integral)

Tools

Below are the tools used for preparing the recipe.

I always recommend a silicone baking mat because, unlike parchment paper, it is reusable, washable, and suitable for baking cookies, bread, brioche, and whatever you desire.

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  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Citrus Juicer or citrus
  • 1 Lemon Zester
  • 1 Fork
  • 1 Teaspoon
  • 1 Baking Tray
  • 1 Baking Mat silicone or parchment paper

Steps

  • In a mixing bowl, grate the zest of the mandarin, add the sugar and start to mix them together.

    Prepare the mandarin juice and set it aside.

    Add the pulp, the mandarin juice, and the egg to the bowl, and mix.

  • Add a pinch of salt and the baking powder.

    Incorporate the flours, and when it becomes too difficult to mix with a fork, use your hands to create a soft and homogeneous dough.

    From the dough, take portions of about 1 oz each and form into balls.

    Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and place the balls on it, flattening them slightly.

    I decorated the cookies by poking the surface with a toothpick.

    Do as I did or as your imagination suggests.

    Bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for about 17 minutes, until slightly golden.

    The citrus aroma that fills the house while baking offers a sweet fragrance.

    Once cooled, the mandarin cookies are ready to enjoy, fragrant and aromatic.

Storing Mandarin Cookies

The mandarin cookies can be stored at room temperature.
Let them cool completely after baking.
Place them in a tin box or an airtight container.
Keep them in a cool and dry place, away from heat sources.
They keep well for 5–7 days.

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bricciola

Hello, I'm Simona, and my page is called BriCciola in cucina, because I dedicated it to my mom and dad, who have called me that since I was little. I'm not a chef, and in my life, I've always dealt with completely different things, but cooking, along with dancing, has always been one of my great passions. However, my greatest inspiration came from the dishes prepared first by my grandmother and now by my mom. Here on my cooking blog, I'll guide you from appetizers to desserts, with recipes designed for a healthy and mindful lifestyle. Balanced dishes, carefully chosen ingredients, and lots of flavors, because eating well never means giving up pleasure. I love eating, but I also like taking care of my health, my family's health, and, in a way, the health of everyone who tries my recipes. That's why daily life should be rich in flavor, but always with a focus on healthy eating. Thank you, I look forward to seeing you.

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