In the realm of sweet indulgences, melting moments stand out as delicate and delightful treasures. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies, also known as Florentines or wedding cookies, are renowned for their crumbly texture that literally melts in your mouth. Originating in the kitchens of France, these treats have captivated taste buds worldwide with their irresistible charm.
Our collection of melting moments recipes offers a delightful array of flavors and variations to tantalize your palate. From classic vanilla and chocolate to unique infusions of orange zest, lemon curd, and even matcha green tea, these recipes cater to every sweet tooth's desire. Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success in your baking endeavors.
Whether you're seeking a nostalgic taste of childhood or craving a sophisticated treat to impress your guests, our melting moments recipes have got you covered. Indulge in the timeless allure of these delectable cookies, perfect for afternoon tea parties, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day.
MELTING MOMENTS II
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients. Cream butter until fluffy. Add to flour mixture and beat thoroughly.
- Refrigerate 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Shape dough into 1 inch balls. Place about 1 1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten with lightly floured fork. Bake for about 20 minutes or until edges are just lightly browned. Don't overbake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 27.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
ORIGINAL BE-RO MELTING MOMENTS-AFTERNOON TEA BISCUITS OR COOKIES
These are great little "light as a feather" and meltingly crisp English style biscuits, or cookies. This recipe is the slightly adapted recipe from the Be-Ro Flour cookbook - they suggest lard, but I don't "do" lard! Melting Moments ALWAYS made an appearance on my grandmother and mum's afternoon tea table, and we also had them popped into our lunch boxes for school. The recipe is SO easy to rustle up and they stay crisp and fresh for up to 5 days in an airtight tin. You can roll them in coconut or oats, I prefer coconut - but I am sure they would be just as nice with oats, which is a suggested alternative. Children and "big children" love these, and they really are melting moments, great with a cuppa English tea!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 25-30 Melting Moments
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180ºC, 350ºF, Gas Mark 4. Grease two baking trays.
- Cream the butter or margarine with the sugar until very light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla essence or extract.
- Stir in the flour and mix well.
- Roll walnut sized pieces of the mixture into balls and toss in rolled oats or desiccated coconut.
- Cut each glace cherry into quarters, for quarter for each melting moment.
- Place on baking trays, flatten slightly and place a small piece of cherry on each biscuit. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown but NOT dark brown.
- N.B. To help shape "ball" type biscuits, slightly dampen the hands.
MELTING MOMENTS
We first had these in a nearby town known as "Little Sweden". I purchased a cookbook which luckily had the original recipe within! There are other melting moment recipes, but most use cornstarch. These are the real deal - and truly will melt in your mouth! Always a crowd pleaser!
Provided by Susan Lee
Categories Dessert
Time 13m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix butter, flour and powdered sugar.
- Roll into balls the size of ping-pong balls.
- Place on cookie sheet and flatted to about 1/2 inch.
- Bake at 425* for just a few minutes until the edges just begin to show color (really watch them closely!) When cool, frost with the icing mixture on the FLAT side- to create a sandwich cookie.
- (You can just frost the cookie tops to double the cookie total. Also, you may substitute almond extract and a touch of red coloring for the cherry juice).
Tips:
- Use chilled butter: Cold butter is easier to grate and will help the cookies hold their shape better in the oven.
- Cream the butter and sugar together thoroughly: This will help the cookies be light and fluffy.
- Mix in the flour gradually: Adding the flour all at once can make the dough tough. Mix it in a little at a time until the dough just comes together.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes: This will help the cookies keep their shape better in the oven.
- Bake the cookies at a moderate temperature: A lower temperature will help the cookies bake evenly without browning too much.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet: This will help them set and prevent them from breaking.
Conclusion:
Melting moments are a classic cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are light, fluffy, and have a delicate flavor that will melt in your mouth. With a few simple tips, you can make melting moments that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy cookie to bake, give melting moments a try!
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