Nigella’s Forgotten Cookies are made with eggs, salt, sugar, cornflour, vinegar, cardamom, chocolate chips, and pistachios resulting in a Light and fluffy dessert that takes 20 minutes to prepare!
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š Why Youāll Love This Forgotten Cookies Recipe:
- Delightful Fusion: Cardamom-infused meringue, studded with chocolate and pistachios, delivers a unique taste experience.
- Easy Prep: With just a few steps, these cookies are effortless to whip up.
- Overnight Magic: The overnight rest in the turned-off oven creates a chewy center and crisp exterior.
- Versatile Treat: Perfect for gifting or indulging in a sweet moment alone.
ā What Is Nigellaās Forgotten Cookies Recipe?
Nigellaās Forgotten Cookies Recipe is a meringue-based cookie, filled with chocolate chips, pistachios, and a hint of cardamom, left to rest overnight in a turned-off oven for a delightful texture.
š„ Nigella Forgotten Cookies Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature, whites only)
- 1 pinch of fine sea salt
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornflour
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
- Ā¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 75 grams of mini chocolate chips
- 75 grams finely chopped pistachios
šŖ How To Make Nigella Forgotten Cookies
- Adjust the oven temperature to 350Ā°F/180Ā°C/160Ā°C Fan.
- Whip the egg whites with the salt in a grease-free bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually whisk in the sugar until shiny and thick.
- Fold in the cornflour, vinegar, and cardamom by hand, then add the chocolate chips and most of the pistachios, gently folding them in.
- Drop 4-5cm (1Ā½-2 inches) mounded blobs of the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with baking parchment using a spoon. Add the rest of the pistachios on top.
- Put the cookies in the oven, close the door, and turn off the oven. Allow the cookies to rest in the turned-off oven overnight.
š Recipe Tips
- Grease-Free Zone: Ensure your mixing bowl is clean and dry for the fluffiest meringue.
- Gentle Folds: Incorporate ingredients with a light hand to maintain the meringue’s airy texture.
- Personalize: Experiment with different nuts or spices to suit your taste.
- Even Dropping: Consistent blob sizes ensure uniform baking.
š„ What To Serve With Forgotten Cookies?
Serve Forgotten Cookies with a cup of hot chai or aromatic coffee, a dollop of whipped cream, a plate of fresh fruit salad, or a glass of fresh strawberry lemonade.
š How To Store Leftovers Forgotten Cookies?
- At Room Temperature: Store leftover forgotten cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- In The Fridge: Keep leftover forgotten cookies in a suitable bag for up to 2 weeks.
- In The Freezer: Freeze leftover forgotten cookies in freezer bags or containers for up to 1 month.
š„µ How To Reheat Leftovers Forgotten Cookies?
- In The Oven: Reheat leftover forgotten cookies on a baking sheet at 250Ā°F for 5 to 10 minutes until warmed through.
- In The Microwave: Heat leftover forgotten cookies in a microwave-safe plate for 10 to 15 seconds until warm.
- In The Air Fryer: Warm leftover forgotten cookies in an air fryer basket at 350Ā°F for 2 to 3 minutes.
FAQs
Why are my forgotten cookies sticky?
Your forgotten cookies can be sticky if they haven’t dried out properly due to humidity or not enough resting time in the oven.
Why do forgotten cookies get hard?
Your forgotten cookies become hard as moisture evaporates over time, causing them to lose their soft, chewy texture.
Why are my forgotten cookies dry?
Your forgotten cookies become dry if the egg whites are over-whipped, leading to a loss of moisture and tenderness.
How do I know if my fForgotten cookies are done?
Forgotten cookies are done when they are crisp on the outside, easily lift from the parchment, and feel dry.
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Nigella Forgotten Cookies Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 70
- Total Fat 3.5g
- Saturated Fat 0.1g
- Cholesterol 0.0mg
- Sodium 7.4mg
- Potassium 16.1mg
- Total Carbohydrate 9.5g
- Dietary Fiber 0.1g
- Sugars 4.4g
- Protein 1.0g
Nigella Forgotten Cookies
Description
Nigellaās Forgotten Cookies are made with eggs, salt, sugar, cornflour, vinegar, cardamom, chocolate chips, and pistachios resulting in a Light and fluffy dessert that takes 20 minutes to prepare!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Adjust the oven temperature to 350Ā°F/180Ā°C/160Ā°C Fan.
- Whip the egg whites with the salt in a grease-free bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually whisk in the sugar until shiny and thick.
- Fold in the cornflour, vinegar, and cardamom by hand, then add the chocolate chips and most of the pistachios, gently folding them in.
- Drop 4-5cm (1Ā½-2 inches) mounded blobsĀ of the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with baking parchment using a spoon. Add the rest of the pistachios on top.
- Put the cookies in the oven, close the door, and turn off the oven. Allow the cookies to rest in the turned-off oven overnight.
Notes
- Grease-Free Zone:Ā Ensure your mixing bowl is clean and dry for the fluffiest meringue.
Gentle Folds:Ā Incorporate ingredients with a light hand to maintain the meringueās airy texture.
Personalize:Ā Experiment with different nuts or spices to suit your taste.
Even Dropping:Ā Consistent blob sizes ensure uniform baking.