Description
Try these Valentine Italian Fig Cookies (cuccidati) for their charming flavor and simple preparation. With figs, almonds, and a touch of dark chocolate, these easy homemade treats are perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (9oz/250 grams) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup + 1 Tbsp (4oz/125 grams) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (3oz/80 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 medium-sized egg
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (340 grams) soft dried figs
- 1 cup (150 grams) roasted almonds
- (5oz/150 grams) dark chocolate bar or chips (70% or 85% cocoa are best)
- (4oz/120 grams) candied orange peel
- (4oz/120 grams) honey
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 small orange zest (approx 1 tbsp)
- 1 pasteurised egg white (from a large egg), at room temperature
- 1 cup (approx 120–130 grams) powdered sugar (icing sugar if you're in the UK)
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- coloured sprinkles, to decorate
Instructions
- Prepare the shortcrust pastry dough according to the recipe instructions.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, or up to 2 days.
Notes
Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
Chill the dough completely for enhanced crispness in the baked cookies.
Feel free to substitute nuts or add spices for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg