GRANDMA’S HOMEMADE COOKIES, incredibly soft and tasty cookies without egg whites, perfect for dipping in milk or tea.
The grandma’s homemade cookies are the symbol of simple, authentic sweetness, made with few ingredients and lots of heart. Their egg-free version respects tradition but is perfect for those looking for lighter sweets, ideal for the intolerant or those who love more delicate flavors.
Cooking in an air fryer. A modern solution that allows you to get golden, crumbly, and fragrant cookies, reducing cooking times and energy consumption compared to the traditional oven.
These rustic, fragrant cookies with a genuine flavor are suitable for many occasions: from breakfast to afternoon tea, to a snack for the little ones. With the air fryer, the aroma of grandma’s homemade cookies freshly baked fills the kitchen in minutes, with the nostalgic touch of grandma’s recipes and the efficiency of modern technology. A perfect way to combine the past with the present with every bite.
Join me in the kitchen today for grandma’s homemade cookies.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 12 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable margarine (or butter)
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup sugar
- lemon zest
- 1 pinch baking ammonia (or baking powder)
Steps
Pour the flour into a bowl or on the pastry board, add the sugar, the ammonia dissolved in a bit of milk or the baking powder, the yolks, the lemon zest, and the margarine.
Work the ingredients well until you obtain a smooth dough, you can use a food processor.
Divide the dough into 12 pieces, form little logs, then flatten them and roll them in granulated sugar.
Place them in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for 12 minutes, turning them.
Bon appétit
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GRANDMA’S HOMEMADE COOKIES
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) GRANDMA’S HOMEMADE COOKIES
Why are grandma’s homemade cookies without egg whites?
Removing the egg whites makes the cookies more crumbly and also suitable for those with intolerances or on low-protein diets.
Is the air fryer suitable for baking cookies?
Absolutely yes! The cookies bake evenly, remain crisp, and are prepared in less time than in a traditional oven.
What type of dough is needed to bake them in an air fryer?
A compact but soft dough, similar to classic shortcrust pastry, is ideal for achieving the right consistency even in air frying.
Do the cookies hold their shape in the air fryer?
Certainly, just shape the dough well and use parchment paper or a suitable mat to prevent them from deforming during baking.
Can I store them like classic cookies?
Certainly! They store perfectly in a tin or airtight container for about a week.
