Vanilla Kifli Cookies (Vaníliás Kifli)

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup ground walnuts (or almonds)
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Coating:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tsp vanilla sugar (or extra vanilla extract)

Instructions

1. Mix flour, butter, ground nuts, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt into a soft dough.
2. Wrap and chill for 30–60 minutes.
3. Shape dough into small crescent (kifli) shapes.
4. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
6. While still warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar mixed with vanilla sugar.
7. Cool completely before serving.