Bake Authentic Azerbaijani Hazelnut Kete 🌰✨ Easy Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

hazelnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds are a good substitute for flavor, while peanuts are more budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

In another bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar until fluffy.

Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.

Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.

Chop 1 cup of hazelnuts finely and fold them into the dough.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each into a flat circle.

Place the dough circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon of water for a golden finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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