Light cookies

4 servings

35 minutes

Light cookies are a traditional Bulgarian dessert that captivates with its simplicity and refined taste. Its roots go back to cozy home kitchens where the aroma of freshly baked sweets filled homes with warmth. The thin, airy dough is slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, made from simple ingredients – flour, eggs, vegetable oil, and sugar. Almonds or walnuts in the center add a refined nutty note, turning it into a true delicacy. These cookies are perfect with morning coffee or evening tea and make an excellent addition to any festive table. They are not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making them a favorite recipe for cozy home evenings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 688.4
• Proteins: 14.2g
• Fats: 27.6g
• Carbohydrates: 96.9g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 50 g
• Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
• Wheat flour: 3 glass
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Almond: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Whisk the vegetable oil with sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 50 g
   • Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass

2. Add 2 eggs sequentially and enough flour to make the dough rollable.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Wheat flour: 3 glasss

3. Roll out the dough to the thickness of a coffee saucer and cut out round cookies using a wine glass or cookie cutters.

4. Insert one peeled almond or walnut into the center of each cookie.

   Required ingredients:

   • Almond:  to taste

5. Bake the cookies in a moderately heated oven until golden brown.