Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
250 g

ap flour

8 g

baking powder

70 g

granulated sugar

1 unit

egg

150 g

unsalted butter

25 g

unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp

rum

5 g

granulated sugar

20 g

brown sugar

Step 1
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar.

Step 2
~5 min

Add egg and softened unsalted butter to the bowl.

Step 3
~5 min

Knead the ingredients until a homogenous dough forms.

Step 4
~5 min

Divide the dough into two portions, with one portion being twice the size of the other (2/3 white, 1/3 for black).

Step 5
~5 min

To the smaller portion of dough, add cocoa powder, rum, and sugar.

Step 6
~5 min

Knead until the cocoa powder and rum are fully incorporated, creating a black dough.

Step 7
~5 min

Roll out the white dough into a rectangle.

Step 8
~5 min

Shape the black dough into a log.

Step 9
~5 min

Place the black dough log onto one edge of the white dough rectangle.

Step 10
~5 min

Wrap the white dough around the black dough log to create an even roll.

Step 11
~5 min

Refrigerate the wrapped roll for 60 minutes to allow it to firm up.

Step 12
~5 min

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 13
~5 min

Remove the roll from the fridge and slice it into 1cm thick disks.

Step 14
~5 min

Place the cookie disks onto a baking tray.

Step 15
~5 min

Sprinkle brown sugar on top of each cookie disk.

Step 16
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 17
~5 min

Let the cookies cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 18
~5 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the dough well for easier slicing.

Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.

Ensure butter is softened but not melted.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with hot tea or coffee.

Dust with powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Often served at afternoon tea parties.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthday parties

Occasion Tags

Tea Party
Holiday Baking
Birthday Party

Popularity Score

60/100