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Cale Cookies with Turkish Delight - A Quick and Flavorful Treat

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 15-20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies

I propose a simple and delicious recipe for cale cookies that combines diverse textures and captivating flavors. These cookies are perfect for a quick snack, but also for impressing guests on a special occasion. Discover how to prepare them step by step and achieve a perfect result!

Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs
- 10 tablespoons of oil (preferably sunflower or light olive oil)
- 10 tablespoons of sugar
- 10 tablespoons of flour
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence (optional but recommended)
- 2-3 tablespoons of orange blossom water (for an extra flavor)
- Turkish delight (can be of various flavors, but rose or citrus fits perfectly)

Step 1: Preparing the ingredients
Start by preparing all the ingredients. Cut the Turkish delight into strips about 2 cm long. This will add a note of sweetness and a soft texture to your cookies. Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a homogeneous mixture.

Step 2: Separating the eggs
Separate the egg whites from the yolks. The egg whites need to be beaten until frothy, so ensure the bowl is clean and dry; otherwise, it will be harder to achieve a firm foam.

Step 3: Beating the egg whites
Use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to mix until you achieve a firm and glossy foam. If you want a more intense flavor, you can add the vanilla sugar at this point.

Step 4: Combining the ingredients
In another bowl, mix the yolks with the oil and orange blossom water. Mix well, then incorporate the flour. Add the beaten egg whites, folding gently with a spatula in circular motions to avoid losing air from the mixture.

Step 5: Forming the cookies
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Use a baking tray lined with parchment paper. With a spoon, take portions of dough and form balls, then gently flatten them. In the center of each ball, place a strip of Turkish delight, then seal the dough around it, forming a compact ball.

Step 6: Baking
Place the cookies on the tray, leaving space between them as they will rise. Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes or until golden. Let them cool on a rack to maintain their crispy texture.

Serving suggestions
These cale cookies are delicious, whether served plain or dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant look. For a personal touch, you can accompany them with warm chocolate sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Possible variations
If you want to experiment, you can add ground nuts to the dough or use other types of Turkish delight to change the flavors. You can also replace the orange blossom water with rose water for a different aroma.

I hope this recipe for cale cookies with Turkish delight becomes a favorite in your kitchen! Making them brings a festive air and joy, and the final result will surely reward you. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: 5 eggs, 10 tablespoons of oil, 10 tablespoons of sugar, 10 tablespoons of flour, a packet of vanilla sugar or vanilla essence (optional), 2-3 tablespoons of orange blossom water, and rahat.