These rose-scented Persian cookies are delicately spiced. They’re the perfect treat for Passover since they contain no flour. They are nutty, rich, and slightly chewy with a crunchy exterior.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups finely ground walnuts
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 4 large egg yolks, divided
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 1 teaspoon water
- ½ cup walnut pieces for decoration
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
Mix together ground walnuts, sugar, 3 egg yolks, cardamom, baking soda, and rose water in a medium bowl until well blended. Roll teaspoon-sized pieces of dough into balls and place 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
Step 3
Whisk together remaining egg yolk and water using a fork. Press a walnut piece into each cookie, then brush with egg yolk glaze.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 20 minutes. The cookies will appear soft and undercooked but they will harden considerably when cooled.
Step 5
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheets for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
Pistachios or almonds can be used instead of walnuts.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 36 | |
Calories 66 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat5g | 6% |
Saturated Fat1g | 3% |
Cholesterol23mg | 8% |
Sodium36mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 2% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C0mg | 1% |
Calcium10mg | 1% |
Iron0mg | 2% |
Potassium33mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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