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Marguerite Cookies Recipe

Marguerite Finished Product

Marguerite cookies are typically enjoyed as an afternoon tea snack or alongside hot beverages, making them a classic and popular treat. Their crisp texture and rich buttery flavor make them one of the favorite cookies for many.

Estimated Cooking Difficulty: ★★★

Essential Ingredients and Tools

  • Cooked egg yolks
  • Butter
  • Granulated sugar
  • Salt
  • Low-gluten flour
  • Cornstarch
  • Oven

Calculation

Given the high calorie content of this small dessert, it is necessary to determine how many portions to make before each preparation. One portion is just enough for one person.

Per portion:

  • Cooked egg yolk: 1
  • Butter: 50 g
  • Granulated sugar: 20 g
  • Salt: 1 g
  • Low-gluten flour: 50 g
  • Cornstarch: 50 g

Instructions

  • Melt the butter over a water bath and crush the cooked egg yolks for later use.
  • Add sugar, salt, and the crushed egg yolks to the melted butter, and mix well.
  • Add the low-gluten flour and cornstarch, and knead into a dough.
  • Divide the dough evenly into small balls weighing approximately 8 grams each, then roll them into spheres.
  • Press each small ball gently with your thumb to create cracks.
  • Preheat the oven to 150°C, place the small balls in the oven, and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Additional Notes

  • Adjust the ratio of salt to sugar according to personal preference. For other flavors, you can substitute 3 grams of cornstarch per portion with cocoa powder or matcha powder.
  • If conditions permit, sifting ingredients such as egg yolks and low-gluten flour will improve the texture.
  • Granulated sugar was chosen due to the ease of obtaining it; if possible, substitute with 30 grams of powdered sugar.
  • If an oven is not available, a microwave or air fryer can be used. For the microwave, use high power for 2-3 minutes; for the air fryer, use 150°C for 20 minutes.
  • Reference: 100 Types of Mailable Cookies - Crispy and Soft, Melts in Your Mouth~-Bilibili

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