Poppy Seed Currant Kisses Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Poppy Seed Currant Kisses – delicate cookies that practically melt on your tongue! These delightful treats feature a tender, poppy seed-studded dough swirled with sweet currant jam (or your favorite!), creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for tea time or a special occasion, these cookies are surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 51.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Poppy Seed Currant Kisses

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How to Make Poppy Seed Currant Kisses

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut 100g marzipane into small pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 170g softened butter and 150g granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 300g all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons poppy seeds.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Knead in the marzipane pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  8. Roll the dough into 3cm diameter coils.
  9. Cut the coils into 2cm thick slices.
  10. Place the slices onto the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Gently press a small indentation into the center of each cookie using your finger.
  12. Fill each indentation with approximately ½ teaspoon of red currant jam (or your preferred jam).
  13. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Poppy Seed Currant Kisses?

Poppy Seed Currant Kisses takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Poppy Seed Currant Kisses?

Poppy Seed Currant Kisses has approximately 51.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Poppy Seed Currant Kisses?

The key ingredients for Poppy Seed Currant Kisses are Marzipan, Flour, Sugar, Egg, Salt, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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