Muesli biscuits
Muesli Cookies – The Sweet Taste of Nature During Fasting
On a beautiful autumn day, when the leaves begin to change color and the air becomes cooler, nothing compares to the warm aroma of a freshly baked cookie. Today, I invite you to prepare a delicious recipe for muesli cookies, perfect for enjoying with loved ones, especially since fasting has begun. These cookies are not only delicious but also healthy, made without sugar and with natural ingredients.
Total preparation time: 35-40 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Number of servings: Approximately 12-15 cookies
Necessary ingredients:
- 1 cup flour (preferably whole grain, for a healthy touch)
- 3/4 cup muesli (choose a variant with dried fruits and nuts for a rich flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup raisins (optional, depending on preferences)
- 70 ml oil (olive oil adds a special flavor)
- 70 ml honey (make sure it is soft; you can warm it slightly for easier mixing)
- 70 ml fresh orange juice (lemon juice can be an interesting alternative)
- Grated zest of one orange or lemon (for a fresh and aromatic touch)
Step by step: Preparing Muesli Cookies
1. Preparing the Ingredients: Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients. Make sure you have quality muesli, preferably with fruits and nuts, to add extra texture and flavor to the cookies.
2. Mixing Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, muesli, salt, and raisins. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
3. Preparing the Wet Mixture: In another bowl, add the honey (if it’s too thick, you can warm it slightly), the oil, the orange juice, and the grated zest of orange or lemon. Mix these ingredients until you obtain a homogeneous composition.
4. Combining Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or a wooden spoon to combine everything. Do not overmix, just enough to form a homogeneous dough. If the dough seems too dry, you can add a little more orange juice.
5. Shaping the Cookies: With wet hands, form small balls from the dough (about the size of a walnut) and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 cm between them, as they will spread during baking.
6. Preheating the Oven: While shaping the cookies, preheat the oven to 180°C. While waiting, the aroma of the ingredients will begin to entice your senses!
7. Baking: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden. The sweet and natural smell will spread throughout the kitchen, and your family will certainly sense that something delicious is happening!
8. Cooling: Once the cookies are ready, take them out of the oven and let them cool on a rack. They will harden as they cool, becoming crispy and perfect for enjoying.
Serving Muesli Cookies
These cookies are ideal for enjoying as a snack between meals or accompanied by a cup of herbal tea or, why not, a fresh orange juice. You can beautifully package them and give them as a healthy gift to your loved ones.
Nutritional Benefits
These cookies are a healthy option, being full of fiber due to the muesli and whole grain flour. The honey brings a natural sweet taste, and the fruits in the muesli are an excellent source of antioxidants. The olive oil adds healthy fats, and the orange juice provides vitamin C.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I replace honey with another sweetener?
Yes, you can use agave syrup or maple syrup, but make sure to check the quantities, as each sweetener has a different level of sweetness.
2. What other ingredients can I add?
You can experiment with chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or even chia seeds for an extra nutrient boost.
3. How can I store the cookies?
The cookies can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week.
This muesli cookie recipe not only brings a touch of flavor to each day but also combines healthy ingredients into an energizing snack. Feel free to experiment and customize the recipe to your liking. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: 1 cup flour 3/4 cup muesli (preferably with fruits, raisins, etc.) 1/2 tsp baking powder a pinch of salt 3/4 cup raisins (I didn't add more because they were in the muesli, but I added a little more muesli) 70ml oil 70ml honey 70ml orange juice grated zest of one orange or lemon
