Napoleon’s Hat (Cookies)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Delicious Napoleon's Hat Recipe for Your Sweet Tooth
in Cookies

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine , softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup powdered sugar , sifted
1 cup almonds , ground

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
158
Sugar
11g
Fat
9g
Known as Napoleon's Hat for its shape, these cookies are a family classic that can be served on any occasion. The delicate pastry shell is filled with raspberry jam and topped with ground almonds, making them perfect with a cup of tea or coffee for breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack. These cookies are also great for celebrations or a sweet treat after dinner

Instructions

1.Mix flour and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
2.Beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
3.Stir in egg yolks and vanilla.
4.Gradually add flour mixture until well combined.
5.Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
6.Fold in powdered sugar and ground almonds to the egg whites.
7.Form little cookie cups (about 1 tablespoon of batter each) on a lightly-greased baking sheet.
8.Use your thumbs to create a well in each cookie cup to resemble a Napoleon's hat.
9.Fill each cookie cup with about 1/2 teaspoon jam.
10.Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Napoleon’s Hat Cookies are a classic cookie recipe with a twist, perfect for any sweet tooth.

Takes only 10 minutes for preparation and 15 minutes to cook

CONS

The Napoleon’s Hat Cookies are high in sugar and calories as they contain powdered sugar and jam.

One must be cautious with its sugar content

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these cookies are delicious, they do not offer many health benefits. They contain almonds which provide fiber, protein, and healthy fats. However, the high sugar content overshadows the benefits.

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