Cooling: Remove the cookies and leave to cool on a wire rack.
Serving and storage tips:
Serve the cookies with a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
To keep them crispy, store in an airtight container in a cool place for 7-10 days.
You can sprinkle the cookies with icing sugar just before serving to add elegance.
Variations:
Chocolate cookies: Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa to the flour and reduce the amount by 20 g.
Citrus accent: Add grated lemon or orange zest to the dough.
Nutty: Throw finely chopped hazelnuts or almonds into the dough.
Jam cookies: Cut smaller circles in the middle of half the cookies and seal them with raspberry or red currant jam after baking.
FAQ:
1. Why are my cookies hard?
You probably kneaded the dough too long or baked it too long. Short kneading and controlled baking time are key.
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