Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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30
servings
400 g

almond paste

grated

250 ml

sugar

3 unit

egg whites

300 g

butter

225 g

powdered sugar

3 tsp

vanilla sugar

3 unit

egg yolks

3 tbsp

instant coffee

1.5 tbsp

hot water

225 g

semisweet chocolate

30 g

coconut butter

Step 1
~3 min

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2
~3 min

Grate almond paste.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix grated almond paste with sugar and egg whites until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~3 min

Pipe the batter onto the parchment paper, creating 30 round bases with a diameter of about 4 cm.

Step 5
~3 min

Smooth the bases with your finger if needed.

Step 6
~3 min

Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Preheat oven to 175 C (350 F).

Step 8
~3 min

Bake the cookie bases in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Let cool on the cookie sheet.

Step 10
~3 min

For the filling, mix the butter with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.

Step 11
~3 min

Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing after each addition.

Step 12
~3 min

Dissolve instant coffee into hot water.

Step 13
~3 min

Add the coffee mixture to the butter mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Spread the filling on the bottom of the baked cookie bases, making pretty, rounded heaps.

Step 15
~3 min

Transfer the cookies into the fridge or freezer for the filling to set (15 minutes in freezer, 30 minutes in fridge).

Step 16
~3 min

For the frosting, melt the semisweet chocolate with the coconut butter on top of a double boiler.

Key Technique: Frosting
Step 17
~3 min

Dip the cookies 1-2 times in the chocolate mixture so that the frosting is covered.

Key Technique: Frosting
Step 18
~3 min

If needed, let the chocolate set before dipping again.

Step 19
~3 min

Chocolate biskvi will keep 6-8 days in the fridge or about 3 months in the freezer.

Step 20
~3 min

Optionally, pipe the frosting on the cookie bases in decorative designs.

Key Technique: Frosting

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of instant coffee.

Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for the filling.

Use high-quality chocolate for the frosting for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The cookie bases and filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect for afternoon tea or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Scandinavia

Cultural Significance

Commonly served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Easter
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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