North Croatian Vanilla Cookies Vanila Kifli Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of North Croatian tradition with these delicate Vanila Kifli cookies! A lighter twist on a classic, these crescent-shaped treats swap walnuts for fragrant hazelnuts, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for Easter, Christmas, or any special occasion. This easy recipe delivers perfectly crispy cookies that will become a family favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 318.4 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for North Croatian Vanilla Cookies Vanila Kifli

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How to Make North Croatian Vanilla Cookies Vanila Kifli

  1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar and 2 large egg yolks.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of finely ground hazelnuts.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until it comes together.
  7. Roll the dough into a long sausage, about 1 inch in diameter.
  8. Cut the sausage into 2-inch pieces.
  9. Shape each piece into a crescent moon, about the thickness of a little finger.
  10. Place the cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
  11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as they burn easily.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

47g

Carbs

9g