Somali traditional long cookies without using a machine //#Somalibiscuits #biscuits #longbiscuits

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness and moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal binds ingredients and adds fiber.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean offers a richer flavor.

In a large bowl, add 200 g of butter and 1 cup of sugar.

Using a hand mixer, mix until well incorporated.

Add three eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Add 2 and 1/3 cup of wheat flour, a sprinkle of salt, one packet of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder.

Mix everything with your hands until you get a soft dough.

Divide the dough into two portions.

Roll out one portion into a medium circle.

Use a fork to create lines on the dough.

Cut the biscuit into medium pieces with a spatula.

Place the cookies on a baking sheet.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.

Remove from the oven when golden brown and let cool.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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