Today, I’m excited to share a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion—Swiss Hazelnut Talers! These scrumptious cookies are not only easy to make but also offer a wonderful nutty flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. Let’s dive right into this delicious recipe!
Swiss Hazelnut Taler
Here’s what the final product looks like:
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Ingredients
To make these delightful talers, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup ground hazelnuts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Now that you have all your ingredients ready, let’s get started with the instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground hazelnuts, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract and almond extract to the mixture and gently fold again. The dough should be thick but spreadable.
- Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the talers cool on a wire rack.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness!
These Swiss Hazelnut Talers are perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, and they make a lovely addition to any dessert platter. Enjoy baking and savoring these delightful cookies!