Description
These Valentine Italian Fig Cookies (cuccidati) offer an irresistible flavor balance with dried figs, almonds, and dark chocolate. With a straightforward prep process, they make a delightful homemade treat for any occasion.
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 recipe instructions.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or up to 2 days.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing.
When using dried figs, choose soft varieties for the best texture.
Feel free to adjust the amount of sprinkles for decoration to suit your style.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg