Hungarian Kifli Cookies

📝 Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 200 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 100 g cream cheese (softened)
• Pinch of salt

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For the Filling:

• 200 g finely ground walnuts
• 100 g sugar
• 100 ml milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon

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For Coating:

• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add flour and salt, mix to form a soft dough.
3. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).

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2. Make the Filling

1. Heat milk and sugar in a saucepan.
2. Stir in ground walnuts, vanilla, and lemon zest.
3. Cook until thick, then let cool completely.

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3. Shape the Cookies

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 3 mm thickness.
3. Cut into small squares (about 5×5 cm).
4. Place a small amount of filling on each square.
5. Roll or shape into crescents (kifli shape).

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4. Bake

• Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until lightly golden.

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5. Finish

• While still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar.

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✨ Tips

• You can substitute walnut filling with apricot jam or poppy seed filling.
• Keep cookies small for the best texture.
• Store in an airtight container—they stay soft for days.