For: Nitra Saffron Grade 2 (Silver / Diamond)
Saffron & Almond Cookies
- Vegetarian
- Continental
- 40 min
- Serves 4 (makes ~18 cookies)
Delicate, saffron-scented butter cookies studded with chopped almonds — an elegant addition to any tea tray.
Method
- 1
Bloom the saffron
Soak the saffron in the warm milk and set aside to infuse for 10 minutes.
- 2
Cream the butter and sugar
Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 3
Add saffron milk
Mix in the saffron-infused milk until fully incorporated.
- 4
Fold in dry ingredients
Gently fold in the flour and chopped almonds until a soft dough forms.
- 5
Shape and bake
Shape into small balls, flatten slightly, and place on a lined baking tray. Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 12–15 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden.
- 6
Cool and serve
Cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve with tea.
Don't over-bake — these cookies should stay pale with just golden edges; the centres firm up further as they cool.