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Embark on a delectable journey around the world with five enticing cookie recipes that capture the essence of diverse cultures. From the chewy goodness of American chocolate chip cookies, a timeless classic, to the delicate sweetness of Mexican wedding cookies, a festive treat, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors and textures. Discover the secrets behind the crumbly perfection of Italian biscotti, perfect for dunking in your favorite beverage, and the delightful surprise of Chinese fortune cookies, with their hidden messages of wisdom. Last but not least, indulge in the rich and nutty goodness of Indian nankhatai, a comforting cookie that embodies the warmth of Indian spices. Each recipe is a culinary adventure, inviting you to explore the world one bite at a time.

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COOKIES AROUND THE WORLD 4 OF 5



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This is a great recipe for variety (English, French, Greek, German, Flemish, Italian, Swedish, Norwegian, Turkish, Mexican). I have split them up two to a recipe but if you want them all, there are 5 separate recipes. They are made from one basic cookie dough. I think some of them may be posted individually, but at Christmas I make the entire variety. Each batch of basic dough makes a batch of two of the cookies with the ingredients I have listed.

Provided by CoolMonday

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup favorite jelly
1/4 cup colored crystal sugar (optional)
1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 egg white, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
12 candied red cherries
12 green glazed cherries or 12 citron

Steps:

  • BASIC COOKIE DOUGH:.
  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla.
  • Add flour slowly, and mix well.
  • Divide in two.
  • SWEDISH RUBY DROPS.
  • Use 1/2 cookie dough.
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Shape cookie dough by rounded teaspoon into balls.
  • Balls can be rolled in colored sugar or dip in slightly beaten egg white and roll in finely chopped nuts.
  • Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.
  • Press thumb deeply into center of each.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes or until set but not brown.
  • Fill thumbprint with jelly.
  • NORWEGIAN WREATHS.
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Mix into 1/2 basic dough- orange peel.
  • Shape dough by rounded teaspoonfulls into pencil-like strips about 5 inches long.
  • Form strip into a circle, overlapping 1/2 inch at each end.
  • Brush tops with slightly beaten egg white.
  • Sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  • Press bits of red cherries on center of overlap for berries.
  • Add leaves chopped from green cherries.
  • Bake on ungreased baking sheet 8-10 minutes until set but not brown.
  • Immediately remove from baking sheet.

COOKIES AROUND THE WORLD 5 OF 5



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This is a great recipe for variety (English, French, Greek, German, Finnish, Italian, Swedish, Norwegian, Turkish, Mexican. I have split them up two to a recipe, but if you want them all, there are 5 separate recipes. They are made from one basic cookie dough. I think some of them may be posted individually, but at Christmas I make the entire variety. Each batch of basic dough makes a batch of two of the cookies with the ingredients I have listed.

Provided by CoolMonday

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup colored crystal sugar
1 (1 ounce) envelope premelted chocolate
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 ounce premelted chocolate
4 teaspoons milk
1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles or 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • BASIC COOKIE DOUGH.
  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla.
  • Add flour slowly, and mix well.
  • Divide in two.
  • TURKISH TWIRLS.
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Add to 1/2 basic cookie dough- lemon peel and ground cardamom.
  • Mix well.
  • Shape dough by rounded teaspoons into pencil-like strips, about 6 inches long.
  • Roll strips in colored sugar.
  • Coil around into spiral shapes.
  • Bake on ungreased baking sheet about 10 minutes until set.
  • Immediately remove from baking sheet.
  • MEXICAN SWIZZLE STICKS.
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Mix into 1/2 basic cookie dough- premelted chocolate and cinnamon.
  • Using star plate cookie press, for 4 inch fingers on ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake 5-7 minutes, or until set.
  • Cool.
  • Drizzle with chocolate glaze made as follows.
  • blend confectioners sugar, premelted chocolate, and milk.
  • Sprinkle with colored shot, chocolate shot or nuts.
  • Or, if desired, dip ends in or dust with Cinnamon/sugar made by blending 1/4 cup confectioners sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your cookies.
  • Be precise with your measurements. This is especially important for baking cookies, as the proportions of ingredients are critical.
  • Don't overmix the dough. This will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature. This is usually between 350°F and 375°F.
  • Don't overbake the cookies. This will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from becoming too soft.

Conclusion:

Cookies are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. There are many different recipes for cookies, so you're sure to find one that you love. Whether you prefer classic chocolate chip cookies, chewy oatmeal cookies, or crispy ginger snaps, there's a cookie out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, try one of the recipes from this article. You won't be disappointed!

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