Cookies with nuts and white chocolate

Cookies with Hazelnuts and White Chocolate
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 24 cookies

If you're craving a quick and simple dessert, these cookies with hazelnuts and white chocolate are the perfect choice! With a crunchy texture and a sweet taste, they are ideal for moments of indulgence alongside a cup of coffee or milk. Plus, the recipe is very easy to adapt, so let's get started!

Ingredients:
- 200 g white chocolate
- 200 g unsalted hazelnuts
- 30 g butter
- 2 eggs
- 280 g flour
- 125 g sugar
- 2 packets of vanilla sugar
- 4 teaspoons instant coffee
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 vanilla extracts
- a pinch of salt

Step 1: Preparing the hazelnuts
Start by roasting the hazelnuts. Use an ungreased non-stick pan and heat it over medium heat. Add the hazelnuts and roast them for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until they turn golden. Then, remove them to a plate and let them cool completely. This step enhances the flavor of the hazelnuts and gives them a crunchy texture.

Step 2: Preparing the cookie dough
In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat the eggs together with the sugar, vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix on medium speed for 5-7 minutes until the mixture becomes light in color and doubles in volume. This is the key to fluffy cookies!

Step 3: Melting the chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped white chocolate with the butter. Heat them in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then add it to the egg mixture and mix well.

Step 4: Incorporating the dry ingredients
Mix the cornstarch with the instant coffee and vanilla extracts, then add them to the bowl with the eggs. Mix everything well until combined. Start incorporating the flour, adding it gradually with a wooden spoon. Mix until you achieve a creamy yet thick consistency.

Step 5: Adding the hazelnuts
Now, add the roasted hazelnuts to the dough and gently mix to distribute them evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This will help firm up the dough, making it easier to form the cookies.

Step 6: Shaping and baking the cookies
Sprinkle flour on the work surface and shape 3 logs of about 3 cm in thickness from the dough. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them as they will expand. Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the cookies for 30 minutes, or until they are lightly golden. Don’t worry if they crack a little, it’s a sign they are perfectly baked.

Step 7: Cooling and serving
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a rack. Once cooled, you can cut them as desired. These treats are wonderful served alongside a fragrant coffee or a glass of cold milk.

Suggestions and variations:
If you want to experiment, you can replace the hazelnuts with walnuts, almonds, or even pistachios for a different twist. You can also add coconut flakes or spices like cinnamon for a more intense flavor. This quick and simple dessert is sure to become a favorite in your home!

Enjoy these cookies with hazelnuts and white chocolate, a delicious recipe you can whip up anytime you're craving a snack!

 Ingredients: 200 g white chocolate, 200 g unsalted hazelnuts, 30 g butter, 2 eggs, 280 g flour, 125 g sugar, 2 packets vanilla sugar, 4 teaspoons coffee, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 2 vanilla essences, a pinch of salt

 Tags:  hazelnuts