These crispy twisted cookies are always a hit at my house. They are very simple to make and can be kept for several days in a cookie jar. They are perfect for breakfast in the morning, but also during the day when we feel like something sweet. Their taste is very reminiscent of the cookies sold at bakeries. To make these cookies I used lard, which you can substitute with butter. In this case, the taste changes slightly but they will be crispy and delicious all the same.
Come with me, let’s start baking, have a good recipe.
Giusi.
You might also be interested in:

Difficulty: Easy
Cost: Very cheap
Preparation time: 35 Minutes
Portions: 20 pieces
Cooking methods: Oven
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients for Crispy Twisted Cookies

Take the eggs and lard out of the fridge a few hours before making the dough.

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
5 1/2 tbsp lard (or butter)
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
2 eggs
6 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 pinch salt

Steps for Crispy Twisted Cookies

In a bowl, pour the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Mix well, then add the lard.
After working the dough, add the slightly beaten eggs and the pinch of salt.
Work the mixture with your hands. If the dough doesn’t come together, add a teaspoon of water to help mix it better.
Continue to work the dough on a floured surface until it forms a smooth and soft ball.
Take small pieces of dough and create strands. You can decide the length.
Once the strand is made, position it in a horseshoe shape and start twisting the two ends until closed. Place the twisted cookie on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
Continue to make all the cookies until all the dough is used.
Bake in a 375°F preheated static oven for 18-20 minutes. (Remember that every oven has different power, so adjust according to your oven; check the cookies after 15 minutes).
The crispy twisted cookies are ready to be enjoyed.
See you at the next recipe.