Brazilian recipe
Maiden's Kiss Cookies (Beijos de moça)
A traditional recipe for buttery, crispy cookies filled with a smooth, creamy chocolate ganache. Perfect for afternoon tea or as gifts.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
100 g unsalted margarine
1/2 cup ground walnuts
100 g semi-sweet chocolate
2 tablespoons corn syrup
3 tablespoons whole milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
100 g unsalted margarine
1/2 cup ground walnuts
100 g semi-sweet chocolate
2 tablespoons corn syrup
3 tablespoons whole milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets. For the semi-sweet chocolate, look for high-quality baking bars; for the ground walnuts, raw walnuts can be pulsed in a food processor. Corn syrup is a standard baking item found in the baking aisle.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, sugar, margarine, and ground walnuts until you have a uniform dough
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (medium heat)
- Grease and flour a baking sheet
- Shape the dough into small balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden
- While the cookies are baking, prepare the filling: melt the chopped semi-sweet chocolate, corn syrup, milk, and butter in a double boiler
- Stir continuously until you reach a thick, uniform cream
- Remove the filling from the heat and allow it to cool until lukewarm
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, sandwich them together in pairs using the chocolate filling
Observations
The Beijos de Moça cookies are a classic Brazilian sweet, cherished for their delicate texture and universally pleasing flavor. The pairing of a crunchy, crumbly base with a rich chocolate filling makes them an ideal choice for any occasion, from a quick afternoon snack to sophisticated gatherings. This authentic recipe allows you to replicate these beloved treats in your own kitchen with ease.
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