Salted Rye Cookies

Vegetarian
Salted Rye Cookies
45 min.
48
67kcal

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If you’re looking for a delightful twist on your classic cookies, try these Salted Rye Cookies that promise to tantalize your taste buds while adding a touch of gourmet flair to your dessert table. Combining the rich, nutty flavor of whole rye flour with a sprinkle of kosher salt and the aromatic essence of orange zest, these cookies create a unique balance of savory and sweet that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are vegetarian-friendly and manageable in just 45 minutes, making them a fantastic option for those impromptu gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. With a surprisingly light calorie count of 67 kcal per cookie, indulging in dessert never felt so guilt-free!

The baking process is straightforward yet incredibly satisfying, as the warm aroma of buttery cookies fills your kitchen. The addition of sparkling sugar gives them a delightful crunch on the outside while they remain soft on the inside—ensuring a cookie experience that is simply irresistible. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or gifted as part of a thoughtful treat, these Salted Rye Cookies offer a memorable taste of comfort and creativity. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into the art of cookie making with this scrumptious recipe!

Ingredients

  • large eggs 
  • 150 granulated sugar 
  • 48 servings kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
  • 230 rye flour dark whole ()
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • cup butter unsalted at room temperature (2 sticks / 225 g)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Cut thetube open vertically along one side and nest the wrapped loginside, then tape or rubber-band the tube closed. Chill in therefrigerator until firm, about 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheetswith parchment paper.
  3. On a sheet of waxed paper, combine 1 1/2 teaspoons saltand the sparkling sugar. Unwrap the dough logs and roll themin the mixture to coat well.
  4. Place each log on a cutting boardand cut into 1/8-inch-thick (3-mm-thick) rounds, arranging therounds 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Bake until lightly browned at the edges, about 16 minutes, rotatingthe pans halfway through so the cookies bake evenly.
  6. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. The cookies canbe stored at room temperature in an airtight container for upto 1 week.
  7. Variation
  8. * For black walnut teff cookies: Instead of the rye flour, use1 2/3 cups (225 g) teff flour and 1 cup (115 g) whole spelt flour.Omit the orange zest and add 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped blackwalnuts to the dough.
  9. Roll the dough logs in maple sugar, ifyou like.
  10. From Whole Grains for a New Generation: Light Dishes, Hearty Meals, Sweet Treats, and Sundry Snacks for the Everyday Cook by Liana Krissoff. Copyright © 2012 Liana Krissoff; photographs copyright © 2012 Rinne Allen. Published in 2012 by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, an imprint of ABRAMS.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein4.02%
Fat52.48%
Carbs43.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.46
Glycemic Load
2.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.0634782520811%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.16kcal
3.36%
Fat:4.02g
6.18%
Saturated Fat:2.47g
15.44%
Carbohydrates:7.49g
2.5%
Net Carbohydrates:6.92g
2.52%
Sugar:3.92g
4.36%
Cholesterol:14.04mg
4.68%
Sodium:195.94mg
8.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.69g
1.39%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.85%
Vitamin A:123.89IU
2.48%
Fiber:0.57g
2.27%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.54%
Phosphorus:13.99mg
1.4%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious