Crostoli - Knot Cookies
Can't recall where I got this recipe, I have been making them for about 20 years. They are a fried cookie,lite and crisp. I use a deep fry pan for this. They add a different texture to the cookie tray at Holiday time. Also the almond - orange extract is delightful too.
Ingredients
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
In a small mixing bowl cut butter into flour till it resembles small peas.
- 2
Combine eggs, sugar, almond& orange extracts and salt.
- 3
Stir into flour mixture.
- 4
Turn onto a floured board,knead until smooth.
- 5
Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 6
Divide dough into 2 equal parts.
- 7
Roll each half into a 12X6 in rectangle.
- 8
Cut into 6X3/4 inch strips.
- 9
Carefully tie strips into knots.
- 10
Fry a few at a time in deep fat (oil).
- 11
(375 degrees) till golden brown (3minutes) flip once.
- 12
Drain well.
- 13
Cool and dust with powdered sugar.
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