INDIAN-SPICED CASHEW-LIME COOKIES
Brightly colored spice mixes and candy-coated seeds are offered after dinner in many Indian restaurants. We used a mix called red mukhwas to garnish our cube-shaped spice cookies. Look for mukhwas and similar blends at Indian markets. Colored sprinkles and nonpareils can be substituted.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cookies:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor, pulse cashews with 1/2 cup flour until nuts are very finely ground. In a bowl, whisk to combine cashew mixture with remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, the baking powder, salt, zest, cardamom, and cayenne pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add lime juice and egg, and beat until combined. Reduce speed to low; add flour mixture and beat just until combined.
- Divide dough into quarters, and shape into 3/4-inch square logs. Chill 30 minutes. (Dough may be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated up to 1 week or frozen up to 3 months; bring to room temperature before proceeding.) Slice logs to form 3/4-inch cubes. Press top of each cube gently to round corners; place cubes on parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing 1 1/2 inches apart. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until golden on edges and bottoms, 13 to 15 minutes. Let cookies cool completely on wire racks.
- Lime Glaze:In a small bowl, whisk to combine confectioners' sugar and lime juice until smooth. Use immediately.
- Brush the top of each cookie with glaze. Sprinkle about 1/4 teaspoon spice blend on top of each cookie. Let set 30 minutes. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
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Shannon Sroka
sshannon@yahoo.comThese cookies were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add an extra egg yolk or some melted butter to the dough next time.
Natasha Peter
p_n49@gmail.comThese cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the addition of cashews, which give them a nice crunch.
Joyas Gascon
j15@hotmail.comI love that these cookies are made with whole wheat flour. They're a healthier option than traditional cookies, but they still taste great.
Paul Chittick
paul@gmail.comThese cookies are delicious! The lime and cashews give them a really nice flavor. I would definitely recommend them.
Gift Baby
gbaby@gmail.comI wasn't sure what to expect from these cookies, but I was pleasantly surprised. They have a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. I'll definitely be making them again.
Zakwan Press
z_p29@yahoo.comThese cookies were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I love the combination of lime and cashews. They're the perfect cookie for a summer party.
Mohmmad Ahmed
mohmmad.ahmed@aol.comThese cookies were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. I think I'll try making them again with less cayenne pepper next time.
XXcrazy_gamezXX
xxcrazy_gamezxx@aol.comI made these cookies for my kids and they devoured them! They loved the combination of sweet and tangy, and the cashews were a nice addition. I'll definitely be making these again soon.
Riley Davis
riley_d@hotmail.comThese cookies were a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that they were not too sweet. I will definitely be making these again for future gatherings.
circleeh
circleeh30@hotmail.comI was so excited to try these cookies, but I was disappointed. The dough was too crumbly and the cookies didn't hold together well. I think I may have overmixed the dough, so I'll try again being more careful next time.
Thabani Mbutho
thabani.m@gmail.comThese cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. The lime zest gives them a bright, refreshing flavor, while the cashews add a nice crunch. They're also really easy to make, so they're perfect for a last-minute dessert.
Soman Acharya
s_a62@hotmail.comThese cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was still good. I think I would add an extra egg yolk or some melted butter to the dough next time to make them more moist.
GarlicDuck
garlicduck@gmail.comI love the idea of using cashews and lime in a cookie recipe. The cookies were delicious and had a unique flavor that I'd never tasted before. I will definitely be making these again!
Ed Ga
ga.e60@hotmail.comThese cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the recipe by about 1/4 cup.
Roy Zaib
royzaib@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the cookies came out perfect! They were crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. The lime flavor was subtle but present, and the cashews added a nice touch of sweetness and texture.
Aiden Eisenhardt
aiden-eisenhardt74@yahoo.comThese cookies were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I loved the vibrant green color from the lime zest and the subtle crunch of the cashews. They were a hit with my family and friends.
M Manik
mmanik22@hotmail.comI was skeptical about the combination of cashews, lime, and spices, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cookies were soft and chewy, with a complex flavor profile that kept me coming back for more.
Alex Sheridan
alex.sheridan@yahoo.comThese cookies were a delightful blend of sweet and savory, with a hint of tang from the lime. The cashew pieces added a nice textural contrast and the spices gave them a warm, inviting aroma.