HAZELNUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES, easy and quick, perfect breakfast sweets to dip in milk or with tea for a snack, ready in no time.
The HAZELNUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES are the perfect solution for those who want a simple and delicious dessert during the holidays. Very easy to prepare, these cookies are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, ideal to dip in milk for breakfast or to accompany with a cup of tea for a snack. They are also perfect to prepare with children: mixing, forming the balls, and rolling them in chopped hazelnuts is fun and makes the Christmas atmosphere even more magical.
These cookies are quick to make, don’t require complicated techniques, and can be customized in many ways: add chocolate chips, a pinch of cinnamon, or orange zest for an even more Christmas aroma. Additionally, they are great as a gift: just wrap them in a transparent bag and tie with a nice red ribbon, and you have a delicious thought ready in a few minutes.
Join me in the kitchen today for hazelnut christmas cookies.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 10 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Christmas
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup flour (the one you usually use)
- 2.5 oz hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
Steps
Grind the hazelnuts into flour and pour them into a bowl.
Add the flour, baking powder, cocoa, sugar and mix, then add the egg, butter and knead well.
Divide the dough into 10-15 pieces, make balls and roll them in the chopped hazelnuts, flatten them a bit, and place them on the baking sheet.
Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes.
Bon appétit
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HAZELNUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Useful tips for perfect HAZELNUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Use freshly chopped hazelnuts for a more intense flavor.
If you want crunchier cookies, let the dough rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
Customize the cookies by adding dark chocolate chips or vanilla flavor to the batter.
Perfect to give as Christmas gifts, wrapped in transparent paper with a red ribbon.
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HAZELNUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES FAQ
Can I make the cookies gluten-free?
Yes! Just use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour.
Can I substitute the hazelnuts?
Sure, chopped almonds, walnuts, or pistachios work great.
How long do hazelnut christmas cookies last?
If stored in a closed jar, they stay crunchy and fragrant for up to 7 days.
Can they be frozen?
Yes, both the dough and the baked cookies can be frozen for 2-3 months.
Can children help with the preparation?
Absolutely yes! Kneading and forming the balls is simple and fun even for the little ones.
