Moldovan Gogoș Cookies

⏳ Time

1 hour

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Moldovan cookies are somewhat reminiscent of the well-known Russian tea cookies. Instead of jam, a cherry is placed in the center, and walnuts are added to the dough.

Ingredients

Whole egg - 4 pieces
Powdered Sugar - 3.5 oz
Butter - 5.3 oz
Wheat Flour - 11.3 oz
Chicken Egg - 1 piece
Walnuts - 2.5 oz
Marinated cherries - 5.3 oz
Sugar - 3.5 oz

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Prepare the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Whisk the egg yolks with powdered sugar until pale, then add the softened butter and mix until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually add the sifted flour and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for half an hour.

Step 4

Chop the walnuts using a blender or meat grinder.

Step 5

Lightly beat the egg with a fork.

Step 6

Roll out the dough on a floured surface.

Step 7

Cut out round cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

In the center of each cookie, make an indentation with your finger, brush the cookies with egg, and sprinkle them with walnuts. Place in an oven preheated to 356°F for 15–20 minutes.