Torchetti Cookies

4 servings

30 minutes

Torchetti cookies are a refined dessert from European cuisine that delights with its simplicity of preparation and elegant taste. These crispy rings are generously coated with sugar and have a delicate texture thanks to butter and light airiness from baking powder. Their origin is linked to traditional Italian pastries, where each family has its unique recipe. The sweetness of torchetti pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, making it an ideal complement to cozy evenings. These cookies are not only delicious but also aesthetically pleasing, enhancing any tea gathering. The aroma of fresh baking, light caramel crust, and tender buttery flavor make torchetti a true delight for lovers of classic European pastries.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 501.7
• Proteins: 5.9g
• Fats: 21.4g
• Carbohydrates: 72.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Sugar: 100 g
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Sea salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Soften the butter at room temperature in advance.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g

2. Sift the flour with baking powder and salt into a mound, making a well in the center.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 250 g
   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
   • Sea salt:  pinch

3. Add oil and 2 tablespoons of sugar to it, add a little warm water and knead a soft dough. Leave for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 100 g
   • Sugar: 100 g

4. Then form sausages from the dough with a diameter of 1 cm and cut into pieces 9-10 cm long.

5. Roll the resulting pieces in sugar and join the ends to make oval pretzels.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 100 g

6. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 10-15 minutes until golden. Cool before serving.