Mardini Walnut Cookies
Walnut cookies are one of the delicious and elegant Iranian sweets, often served at special occasions. Since walnuts are the main ingredient, this cookie is considered a premium dessert. Follow along for a step-by-step guide to making Mardini Walnut Cookies.
Ingredients:
- Walnuts – 125g
- Mardin special baking sugar – 150g
- Egg whites – 2
- Vanilla – A pinch
How to Make Mardini Walnut Cookies:
- Lightly toast the walnuts to enhance their golden color, aroma, and taste.
- In a small saucepan, mix syrup, water, and sugar. Place over low heat and stir continuously until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add soaked saffron to the syrup mixture and stir well.
- Add the toasted walnuts to the syrup mixture and combine thoroughly.
- Keep the saucepan over low to medium heat, stirring continuously until the syrup is fully absorbed and thickened. This process takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Once the mixture reaches the desired thickness, add cardamom and mix well to create a rich flavor.
- Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly in the saucepan for a few minutes.
- Using a spoon or a suitable mold, shape the mixture into your preferred cookie forms.
- Place the Mardini Walnut Cookies on a clean, flat surface and allow them to cool and harden completely.
- Your Mardini Walnut Cookies are now ready to enjoy! Store them in an airtight container for lasting freshness.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Mardini Walnut Cookies! 😊