These yogurt and pine nut cookies were born from the desire for something simple to keep in the pantry. The dough is made with yogurt, which makes them less dry than usual shortbread cookies, and I added pine nuts that give a particular flavor and a bit of different texture to each bite.
They are not elaborate cookies, on the contrary, their strength is their simplicity. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside… they are quick to prepare and perfect to have on hand for breakfast or to accompany a coffee. They have that clean, timeless taste that never gets old. Come with me and let’s start baking.
Enjoy the recipe, Giusi.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 20 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Yogurt and Pine Nut Cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup yogurt (I used vanilla flavor)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
Steps for Yogurt and Pine Nut Cookies
In a bowl, start mixing the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Then add the yogurt and oil, working everything until the ingredients are well combined. The dough will be very soft but workable.
Also add the pine nuts and incorporate them well.Take small pieces of dough, about 1-1.25 oz each, and form into balls.
Flatten them slightly with the palm of your hands and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each one.For a more rustic touch, before baking you can sprinkle the surface with a bit of granulated sugar.
Bake in a static oven at 350°F for about 25 minutes, placing the tray in the middle of the oven.
Once ready, let the cookies cool completely before enjoying them. I hope you enjoyed this recipe, see you next time.
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Storage
Once completely cooled, it’s ideal to store them in a common glass container or a tin box.
Keeping them well sealed, the yogurt will help prevent them from becoming too dry, maintaining their pleasant texture for 4-5 days. It’s a great way to have breakfast ready for almost the entire week.
