How BELGIAN KOFFIEKOEKEN Are Made *Belgian Pastry*

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

almond extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: imitation almond extract

Vanilla extract is more widely available and less expensive.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Cranberries add a unique tartness and are often available at lower prices.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Activate yeast in warm milk for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Combine activated yeast mixture with flour mixture.

Add melted butter, eggs, and extracts; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Roll out dough on a floured surface to a rectangle.

Spread raisins and orange zest evenly over the dough.

Roll the dough tightly into a log and slice into pieces.

Place slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Let slices rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Cool on a wire rack before glazing with powdered sugar icing.

Serve warm with coffee.

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