Mtedza Cookie Balls | Malawi Peanut Cookie Balls
Mtedza Cookie Balls | Malawi Peanut Cookie Balls
These rich, melt-in-the-mouth cookies from Malawi are made with peanuts, offering a deliciously nutty flavor. Known as Mtedza, meaning "peanut" in Chichewa, they are popular as a roadside snack and are commonly found in shops and stalls across the country.
Equipment
- Food processor (for grinding peanuts)
- Electric mixer (for creaming butter and sugar)
Ingredients
- 100 grams ½ cup shelled peanuts
- 125 grams soft butter 1 cup
- Pinch of salt
- 75 grams sugar ⅓ cup
- 150 grams flour 1 cup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Icing sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a cookie sheet with baking paper.
- Prepare the Peanuts:Grind the shelled peanuts in a food processor until fine, but not completely smooth to maintain some texture.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and creamy. This should take around 5 minutes.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients:Add the flour, ground peanuts, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined, and the dough comes together.
- Form Dough Balls:Quickly form the dough into a smooth ball. Divide the dough into small balls of around 20 grams each (about the size of a small walnut). Place each ball on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake the Cookies:Place the cookie sheet in the middle of the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the cookies are light brown and cooked through.
- Coat in Icing Sugar:Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately sprinkle them with icing sugar while they are still warm. Let the cookies cool completely, and then roll them again in icing sugar for a sweet finish.
Notes
- Peanut Texture: If you prefer a crunchier texture, you can leave small chunks of peanuts when grinding them.
- Serving: These cookies are best enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee, or simply as a delightful snack any time of the day.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mg
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