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Coconut Alphajors

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yields: Approximately 20 Alphajors

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 1/2 cup semolina (sooji)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 20 whole almonds or cashews for garnishing

Method:

  1. Preparation:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Ensure that all the ingredients are at room temperature.
  2. Dry Roasting:
    • In a pan over medium-low heat, dry roast the semolina (sooji) until it turns light golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. This should take about 4-5 minutes. Stir constantly to avoid burning. Transfer the roasted sooji to a plate to cool.
  3. Mixing the Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted semolina, desiccated coconut, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
  4. Adding Wet Ingredients:
    • In a small saucepan, heat the ghee until it melts. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
    • Add the melted ghee to the dry ingredient mixture. Mix using your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  5. Forming the Dough:
    • Gradually add milk, a little at a time, while kneading the mixture to form a soft dough. The dough should hold together when pressed but not be overly sticky.
  6. Shaping Alphajors:
    • Take small portions of the dough and roll them into smooth balls. Flatten each ball slightly to form a disc shape.
    • Press an almond or cashew gently on top of each disc for garnishing.
  7. Baking:
    • Place the shaped Alphajors on the prepared baking tray, leaving some space between each.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until the bottoms turn golden brown.
  8. Cooling and Serving:
    • Once baked, remove the Alphajors from the oven and let them cool on the baking tray for a few minutes.
    • Transfer the Alphajors to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
  9. Enjoy:
    • Your delicious Coconut Alphajors are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them as a delightful snack or dessert with a cup of tea or coffee.

Source : allrecipes.Com