Ingredients 600 gr all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1¼ cup mild olive oil or sunflower oil (or half of each) 1/2 cup fine granulated sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/3 tsp cloves 1/2 cup red wine 1/4 cup fresh orange juice Zest of one unwaxed orange 1/4 tsp baking soda FOR TOPPING Sesame seeds Whole cloves Equipment Baking tray TAGS COOKIES & BISCUITS FLOUR LOW BUDGET LENTED FOOD VEGAN GREEK Ingredients 600 gr all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1¼ cup mild olive oil or sunflower oil (or half of each) 1/2 cup fine granulated sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/3 tsp cloves 1/2 cup red wine 1/4 cup fresh orange juice Zest of one unwaxed orange 1/4 tsp baking soda FOR TOPPING Sesame seeds Whole cloves Instructions In a bowl, whisk together the sugar and oil. Add the wine, cinnamon, and cloves, continuing to whisk. Dissolve the baking soda in the orange juice (use a large glass as it may foam) and add it to the mixture along with the orange zest. Mix thoroughly with a whisk to combine. Sift the flour and baking powder into a separate bowl. Add half of the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir with a spoon until it forms a batter. Gradually incorporate the remaining flour and baking powder, gently working the mixture by hand until it forms a soft, pliable dough that does not stick to the fingers. Shape the wine cookies into any desired form and dip them in sesame seeds. Arrange them on a shallow baking tray lined with parchment paper and press a whole clove onto each cookie. Bake in a well-preheated oven with convection at 170 °C (340°F) for 25-30 minutes, until golden and aromatic. Tips Do not over-knead the dough, as the oil may start to separate. Once the flour is fully incorporated, if time allows, let the dough rest for 15–30 minutes. This will make shaping the cookies easier without crumbling. Allow the cookies to cool completely and store in an airtight container to maintain crispness. Red wine is ideal, but any available wine may be used. A small amount of anise in the dough will enhance the flavor. TAGS COOKIES & BISCUITS FLOUR LOW BUDGET LENTED FOOD VEGAN GREEK
