Description
These Valentine Italian Fig Cookies (cuccidati) bring together the rich flavors of figs, roasted almonds, and dark chocolate, making for a delightful treat that is simple to prepare. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on a cozy evening, these cookies are a must-have for homemade dessert lovers.
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 as directed in the recipe.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or up to 2 days before using.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting for the best results.
You can store the cookies in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Feel free to customize decorations with different colored sprinkles for festive occasions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg