Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍚 500 g of flour | 🍬 200 g of powdered sugar |
🧂 1 pinch of salt | 🧪 1/2 packet of baking powder |
🍶 1.6 dl of olive oil | 🍷 1.6 dl of white wine |
🌰 25 g of almonds (optional) | 🍋 1 packet of vanilla sugar (optional) |
Utensils
🍽️ Mixing bowl | 🥄 Spatula |
⚖️ Kitchen scale | 🍳 Baking dish |
🥣 Whisk | 🥡 Storage container |
🧪 Measuring spoon | 🔥 Oven |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Rest time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
STEP 1:
Mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a bowl to combine them.
STEP 2:
Add the olive oil and white wine to the mixture and work the dough until it reaches a smooth consistency.
STEP 3:
Knead the dough for a few minutes, then shape it into small rolls about two centimeters in diameter.
STEP 4:
Cut the rolls into three-centimeter pieces and arrange them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
STEP 5:
Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 15 minutes, until golden.
STEP 6:
Let the canistrelli cool on a rack before tasting to enjoy their crunchiness.
Making canistrelli, these Corsican cookies, is both simple and rewarding. With basic ingredients like flour, sugar, and olive oil, you can create treats that evoke the authentic flavors of Corsica. Each step of the preparation, from mixing the ingredients to baking, brings you closer to an enriching traditional experience.
Whether you choose the classic recipe or a variant with almonds or a hint of lemon, these cookies will delight your taste buds. They store easily and can be shared during friendly gatherings with family or friends. Share these treats that evoke the charm of Corsican cuisine.