Vanilla Kifli Cookies (Vaníliás Kifli) – Traditional Hungarian Treat 🇭🇺
These crescent-shaped cookies are a beloved part of Hungarian baking, especially around Christmas and family Sundays. They’re melt-in-your-mouth tender and have a buttery vanilla-nut flavor that’s unforgettable!
📝 Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup (100g) finely ground walnuts or almonds
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar (for dough)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or 1 packet vanilla sugar
- Pinch of salt
For dusting:
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla powder)