How to make Sudanese Christmas Cookies | Betefour | Petit Four | Christmas 2024

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds provide crunch without allergens.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a similar floral aroma.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Add eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.

Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until combined.

Fold in ground cardamom and chopped nuts.

Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.

Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens