Cornmeal Cookies: Zaletti Recipe

Name: Cornmeal Cookies: Zaletti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 egg yolks; 1/4 cup sugar, plus a little more for sprinkling; 3/4 cup cornmeal; 3/4 cup tipo 00 flour or cake flour; 1 lemon, zested; 1 teaspoon baking powder; Pinch salt; 1/4 cup butter, melted and kept hot; 1/4 cup raisins, rehydrated in warm red wine; Serving suggestion: wine for dipping or fruit jam

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
In a large bowl, combine the yolks and sugar and whisk well until the mixture is yellow and creamy, about 1 minute.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt and mix well.
4
Briefly stir in the butter, then fold in the egg yolk mixture and raisins until the dough just comes together.
5
Put the dough out onto a floured board briefly knead to form a rectangle, do not overwork the dough or it will get tough.
6
Roll the dough out to 1/4-inch thick and cut it into 2-inch diamonds.
7
Butter a cookie sheet and place the cookies on the sheet.
8
Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
9
Serve hot or at room temperature.

386

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 egg yolks, 1/4 cup sugar, plus a little more for sprinkling, 3/4 cup cornmeal, 3/4 cup tipo 00 flour or cake flour, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Cookies: Zaletti falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornmeal Cookies: Zaletti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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