An innovative recipe that combines the sweetness of honey with the unique flavor of porcini mushrooms, creating a surprising and sophisticated taste experience. Let's see together the necessary ingredients to make these fragrant cookies and all the steps needed to enjoy them!
Ingredients:
- 250g of type 1 flour
- 100g of butter at room temperature
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 100g of acacia honey
- 20g of dried porcini mushrooms
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
Preparation:
- Finely grind the dried porcini mushrooms in a coffee grinder or with a mortar until you obtain a fine powder.
- In a bowl, beat the softened butter with the honey until you get a smooth cream.
- Add the egg and continue mixing.
- Incorporate the sifted flour with the baking powder, porcini powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Knead until you get a homogeneous mixture. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5mm and cut out the cookies with a cookie cutter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
A bit unusual, but...
This is a delicate cookie where the earthy and umami flavor of porcini marries with the sweetness of honey, creating an interesting contrast. The cinnamon helps to bind the flavors. It is perfect for those who love experimenting with new flavor combinations and wish to surprise their guests with an innovative dessert!