KIFLE - YUGOSLAVIAN WALNUT COOKIES

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This is a traditional recipe for Yugoslavian cookies called Kifle. There are different fillings for these cookies but my favourite is the walnut! Time to make does not include chilling time........Posted for ZWT 4.

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 g sachet active dry yeast
2 cups sifted flour
1/2 cup margarine
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup sour cream
confectioners' sugar
melted margarine, for greasing
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg whites, stiffly beaten

Steps:

  • Put sifted flour into large mixing bowl. Mix in yeast. Cut in margarine with pastry blender until mixture is crumbly.
  • Add egg yolks and sour cream; mix well. Form into a ball. On lightly floured board, knead until smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Divide dough into 3 equal parts. Wrap in wax paper. Chill in refrigerator at least 1 hour.
  • Combine walnuts, sugar and vanilla extract. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Set aside.
  • On a board sprinkled with confectioners sugar, roll each part of dough into an 8-inch circle; cut each into 8 pie-shape wedges.
  • Fill wide end of each wedge with 1 tablespoon walnut filling. Roll up from wide end to point. Place on greased baking sheet, curving ends to form crescent shape.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F about 25 minutes or until golden brown. Dust with confectioners sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1642.5, Fat 101.1, SaturatedFat 20.7, Cholesterol 214.1, Sodium 630.1, Carbohydrate 158.8, Fiber 8, Sugar 52.5, Protein 31.5

Ziarul Islam Akash
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I'm surprised this recipe has so many positive reviews.


Muhmad Shkar
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These cookies were a disappointment.


Choity Zara
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Alfred Nyakango
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These cookies were a waste of time and ingredients.


Md Gulam Gulam
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cookies didn't come out right.


Noor Alhuda
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These cookies were a lot of work, but they didn't turn out as good as I hoped.


Aria “EnderAlchemist0” Ouart
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I wish the recipe had included more detailed instructions for shaping the cookies.


padam lamsal
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The dough was a bit tricky to work with, but the end result was worth it.


Hi I'm Will
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Elven Awong
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I still enjoyed these cookies. The filling was subtle and not overpowering.


Global Allman
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.


Lanesra Reiki
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I love the crescent shape of these cookies. They're so unique and eye-catching.


md koshik
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These cookies were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious!


Ameer Zada
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I'm not usually a fan of walnut cookies, but these were surprisingly good. The filling was moist and flavorful, and the dough was flaky and light.


Western Pendu
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I made these kifle cookies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The cookies were easy to make and they turned out perfectly.


Hassan Sufyan
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These cookies were delicious! The walnut filling was rich and nutty, and the dough was flaky and tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and unique cookie.


Tamim Ahmady
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I've tried many kifle recipes before, but this one is definitely my favorite. The dough was easy to work with and the filling was incredibly flavorful. I'll be making these cookies again and again!


tomorrow x together
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These kifle cookies were a delightful surprise! The walnut filling was perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the dough, and the crescent shape made them visually appealing. They were a hit with my family and friends.