Lady’s Kisses (Hazelnut Cookies) Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup hazelnuts, finely chopped
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and chopped hazelnuts.
5. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture, until just combined.
6. Roll the cookie dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
7. Using your finger or the back of a small spoon, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet.
10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions:

Lady’s Kisses (Hazelnut Cookies) are perfect for an afternoon tea or coffee break, as a sweet snack any time of day, or as a dessert. Serve them with a warm cup of tea or a glass of cold milk.

Verdict:

This recipe creates delicious and delicate hazelnut cookies with a soft and crumbly texture. The combination of butter and hazelnuts gives the cookies a rich and nutty flavor, which is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the sugar and vanilla extract. Their small size and cute shape make them an ideal gift for your loved ones or guests.