Moroccan Cookies Marokánky
Although named Moroccan cookies Marokánky these delightful treats are actually a cherished part of Czech Christmas traditions, often found on festive platters alongside vanilla crescents and gingerbread. They offer a delightful combination of ground nuts like almonds or walnuts, providing a crumbly texture, and colorful bits of candied fruit for... Read more ... bursts of sweetness. These cookies are easy to bake and perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to homemade gifts. For an extra touch of indulgence, they can be optionally dipped in chocolate. While typically enjoyed during the Christmas season, their deliciousness can be savored year-round. Read less x saved Tom the Chef Founder December 16, 2024 30 min.30 min.2/5 30 min. 30 min. 2/5 Directions: 1. Preheat Oven: 1.1. Set oven to preheat 350°F. 2. Nuts Preparation: Begin preparing Moroccan Cookies Marokánky by readying the nuts. 2.1. Place on a cutting board: 1 ½ cups of nuts And using a chef’s knife, cut into small pieces (similar to the size of the fruit – ¼”) 3. Dough Base for Moroccan Cookies Marokánky: 3.1. Place into a saucepan on medium heat: ½ cup of heavy cream 3 TBSP of butter And let butter fully melt with occasional stirring with a whisk. 3.2. Add: ½ cup of all-purpose flour ½ cup of granulated sugar And cook until it thickens while constantly stirring with a whisk (about 1 – 2) minutes. 3.3. Then add: Nuts prepared in step 2 1 cup of candied fruit And thoroughly stir using a spatula. 3.4. Remove from the burner for the next step. 4. Form Moroccan Cookies Marokánky: 4.1. Using a 1 OZ disher or a set of spoons with scale, place the dough portion on baking sheets with parchment paper. Leave at least a 2” space between each. Note: With a 1 OZ disher, you should be able to create about 16 cookies that should comfortably fit on two baking sheets. 4.2. Then using two small coffee spoons, gently flatten the cookie. Notes: Try to reach a unified thickness of about ½”. The cookies will look rustic but if you want, you can spend extra time making them round. Try to reach a unified thickness of about ½”. The cookies will look rustic but if you want, you can spend extra time making them round. 5. Baking: 5.1. Bake in a preheated oven until fully baked (about 15 – 20 minutes). Notes: Rotate the baking sheets in the middle of baking. When done, the cookies will still be very soft, but the sugar will lightly caramelize (while the color usually does not change). If you are unsure if your cookies are fully done, bake them for about 20 minutes – they may end up slightly crunchier, but they will still be delicious! Rotate the baking sheets in the middle of baking. When done, the cookies will still be very soft, but the sugar will lightly caramelize (while the color usually does not change). If you are unsure if your cookies are fully done, bake them for about 20 minutes – they may end up slightly crunchier, but they will still be delicious! 5.2. Let fully cool on the baking sheet before further manipulation. Note: When the baking sheet cools down to room temperature, your cookies will get the correct hardness (sometimes, it could happened faster). 6. Optional Chocolate Coating: Note: Coating is thoroughly optional. Some people prefer to coat the entire top of the cookie, some prefer half-dipped, some prefer to skip coating, and some do a mixture. If you do not have a preference, make a combination! 6.1. Prepare ½ of the recipe for the chocolate coating (here) and then dip the top part of each cookie while holding around the edges — (try not to dip your fingers in it :) or dip one half of the cookie (while holding the other half). Full recipe for the chocolate coating here. 6.2. Let the dipped cookies rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. 7. Store Moroccan Cookies Marokánky: 7.1. Dipped or partially dipped cookies are best stored in the refrigerator. 7.2. Non-dipped versions can be stored in the pantry in a closed cookie jar. About the Author: Tom the ChefFounder # 1 120 Followers Published Recipes: 268Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USAMember since: 2023-02-02 Published Recipes: 268 Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USA Member since: 2023-02-02 Disclaimer All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions. 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