Belgian Tuile Cookies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Delight in Every Bite with Belgian Tuile Cookies

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

14g

Fat

16g

These Belgian Tuile Cookies are quintessentially French wafers that have become famous and enjoyed globally. Their delicate and crispy texture makes it hard not to crave another bite. The cookies are named after the clay tiles used on the rooftops in France, which they resemble. These cookies are so easy to make and have a lot of room for creativity. The addition of chocolate in this recipe boosts the overall appeal of the cookies to make them an irresistible indulgence.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar until smooth and creamy.
3.	Add egg white, vanilla, and salt to the mixture. Stir to combine.
4.	Gradually add all-purpose flour and stir until well combined.
5.	Drop tablespoons of batter onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 3 inches apart. Spread the batter using the back of a spoon to form thin circles.
6.	Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown.
7.	Let the cookies cool for 2-3 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8.	Melt the chocolate in a microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Repeat until melted.
9.	Spoon some melted chocolate onto the flat back of the cookie and place another cookie on top, flat-side down.

PROS

Belgian Tuile Cookies are a pleasingly airy and crispy delight, made from simple ingredients.
They’re a perfect tea-time treat, and the recipe is simple and easy to make.
The chocolate between these cookies adds an extra layer of indulgence.

CONS

This sweet snack may not be a healthy choice for people with diabetes or heart problems.
The calorific content of these cookies may also be high, so they should be eaten in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although cookies aren’t the healthiest snack to munch on, these Belgian Tuile Cookies offer a little perk if made using dark chocolate. Dark chocolate has antioxidants that helps preemt cardiovascular diseases.

	1/2 cup butter , softened
	1/2 cup sugar
	1 egg white
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup all-purpose flour
	4 ounces bittersweet chocolate , chopped or 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips