Calabrian Love Knot Cookies

Vegetarian
Calabrian Love Knot Cookies
45 min.
24
87kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Calabrian Love Knot Cookies, a charming dessert that brings a touch of romance to your baking repertoire. These cookies are not only vegetarian but also incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy family gathering or a special celebration with your loved one. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 delicious cookies that are sure to impress.

What sets these cookies apart is their unique twist on traditional flavors, featuring a hint of almond extract that adds a delightful aroma and taste. The combination of all-purpose and wheat flour gives them a lovely texture, while the light sweetness from the granulated and confectioners' sugar makes them irresistible. Each cookie is shaped into a playful knot or pretzel, symbolizing the love and care you put into baking them.

As they bake to a perfect golden brown, your kitchen will be filled with an enticing scent that will have everyone eagerly awaiting their first bite. And if you want to elevate your cookies even further, a simple frosting made from heavy cream and almond extract adds a luscious finish that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for later, these Calabrian Love Knot Cookies are a delightful treat that embodies the spirit of love and togetherness.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose (I used)
  • 0.1 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.1 cup milk 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • wire rack
  • blender

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Either grease baking sheets or lay out some parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Beat together the eggs, oil, granulated sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the milk, almond extract, baking powder, and enough flour so that the dough becomes stiff.
  3. Knead the dough either by hand or with a dough hook in a mixer until smooth. Pinch off about 1 tablespoon worth of dough for each cookie; roll into a rope and then twist into a pretzel shape, simple knot, or the letters of the name of your significant other.
  4. Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the cookies on to a wire rack to cool.
  7. If you're making them with frosting, go ahead and whisk the cream and almond extract together in a small mixing bowl. Beat in the confectioners' sugar bit by bit until it is smooth and of your desired consistency.
  8. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
  9. Either way, store in an airtight container. These cookies keep beautifully when frozen.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein7.88%
Fat38.35%
Carbs53.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.46
Glycemic Load
6.54
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2526087095232%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.2kcal
4.36%
Fat:3.71g
5.7%
Saturated Fat:1.09g
6.79%
Carbohydrates:11.7g
3.9%
Net Carbohydrates:11.42g
4.15%
Sugar:3.67g
4.08%
Cholesterol:18.45mg
6.15%
Sodium:37.12mg
1.61%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:1.71g
3.43%
Selenium:4.93µg
7.04%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.64%
Folate:21.12µg
5.28%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.57%
Vitamin K:4.3µg
4.1%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.63%
Iron:0.58mg
3.22%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.11%
Phosphorus:25.88mg
2.59%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.73%
Calcium:16.94mg
1.69%
Vitamin A:61IU
1.22%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.21%
Fiber:0.28g
1.13%