Description
Oat Hazelnut YoYos are delightful, buttery biscuits enhanced with the nutty flavor of hazelnut meal and the wholesome texture of rolled oats. Perfectly baked to a golden crisp and sandwiched with a smooth, sweet filling, these biscuits are ideal for tea-time enjoyment or as thoughtful homemade gifts.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 150g (1 ¼ sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup icing (powdered) sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup hazelnut meal (ground hazelnuts)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- â…“ cup rolled oats
For the Filling:
- 75g (â…” stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup icing (powdered) sugar
- 2 tsp milk
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Baking Tray: Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking during baking.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and icing sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract, then gently fold in the hazelnut meal, all-purpose flour, and rolled oats. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and Flatten the Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls about 2 teaspoons each. Place them on the prepared baking tray, spacing them to allow for slight spreading. Using a fork dusted with flour, flatten each ball slightly and create an imprint on the top.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cookies turn a pleasing golden color. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter, icing sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the YoYos: Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread an even layer of the filling on the flat side of one cookie, then sandwich it with another cookie by pressing gently to secure. Repeat with remaining cookies and filling.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is fully softened to make creaming easier and achieve a light texture.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Rolling dough balls the same size helps even baking and consistent cookie sizes.
- The imprints made by the fork not only flatten but add a charming rustic look to the biscuits.
- The filling can be adjusted to taste by adding a pinch of cinnamon or a drop of hazelnut extract for extra flavor.
- Store the assembled YoYos in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
