Bosanske Hurmašice are a traditional Bosnian dessert known for their soft texture and syrup-soaked sweetness. These cookies, made from simple ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, and egg yolks, are a staple at festive occasions. Once baked, they are soaked in a sugar-lemon syrup, making them moist and flavorful. Passed down through generations, they reflect the rich heritage of Bosnian cuisine.
Hurmašice provide a quick energy boost due to their high sugar content and are a source of fat-soluble vitamins from butter. However, due to their high sugar and fat levels, moderation is key to avoid excessive calorie intake, especially for those with diabetes or cholesterol concerns. Always check for food allergies related to nuts if adding walnuts or almonds.
Enjoy these treats with a balanced diet!
Ingredients:
1. 500 g all-purpose flour
2. 250 g unsalted butter
3. 100 g granulated sugar
4. 2 egg yolks
5. 1 tsp baking powder
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract
7. 1/2 cup water (for the dough)
8. 500 g powdered sugar (for the syrup)
9. 1 tsp lemon juice (for the syrup)
10. 1/2 cup water (for the syrup)
11. Chopped walnuts or almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, forming a smooth dough.
4. Shape the dough into small balls about the size of a walnut. Place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch (2.5 cm) between each ball.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
6. While the cookies are baking, prepare the syrup. Combine the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
7. Pour the syrup over the hot cookies as soon as they come out of the oven. Let them cool completely in the syrup, allowing them to absorb the liquid.
8. Garnish with chopped walnuts or almonds, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Value:
1. 500 g all-purpose flour
- calories: approximately 1820 kcal
- carbohydrates: 381 g
- protein: 50 g
- fat: 3.5 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: small amounts of B-vitamins (especially B1, B3, B5)
- minerals: iron, calcium, magnesium
- nutritional benefit: a rich source of carbohydrates for energy and provides some dietary fiber.
2. 250 g unsalted butter
- calories: approximately 1840 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0 g
- protein: 2 g
- fat: 208 g (saturated fat: 126 g)
- sodium: 20 mg
- cholesterol: 610 mg
- vitamins: vitamins A, D, E, and K
- minerals: trace amounts of calcium
- nutritional benefit: provides fat-soluble vitamins and enhances flavor and texture, but is high in saturated fat and cholesterol.
3. 100 g granulated sugar
- calories: approximately 387 kcal
- carbohydrates: 100 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: none
- minerals: trace amounts of calcium and iron
- nutritional benefit: a quick source of energy but provides no significant nutrients aside from carbohydrates.
4. 2 egg yolks
- calories: approximately 110 kcal
- carbohydrates: 1.6 g
- protein: 5 g
- fat: 9 g
- sodium: 8 mg
- cholesterol: 370 mg
- vitamins: vitamins A, D, E, K, and B12
- minerals: iron, phosphorus, calcium
- nutritional benefit: rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals, but high in cholesterol.
5. 1 tsp baking powder
- calories: approximately 2 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0.8 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 490 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: none
- minerals: sodium, calcium
- nutritional benefit: leavening agent that helps the dough rise; provides no significant nutritional benefits but contains sodium.
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract
- calories: approximately 12 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: trace amounts
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: trace amounts of B-vitamins
- minerals: trace amounts of calcium and potassium
- nutritional benefit: adds flavor and aroma with minimal nutritional impact.
7. 1/2 cup water (for the dough)
- calories: 0 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: none
- minerals: none
- nutritional benefit: essential for hydration and helps bind the dough.
8. 500 g powdered sugar (for the syrup)
- calories: approximately 1920 kcal
- carbohydrates: 500 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: none
- minerals: trace amounts of calcium
- nutritional benefit: provides sweetness and energy but contains no essential nutrients.
9. 1 tsp lemon juice (for the syrup)
- calories: approximately 1 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0.3 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: vitamin C
- minerals: trace amounts of potassium
- nutritional benefit: adds a tangy flavor and is a source of vitamin C, an antioxidant.
10. 1/2 cup water (for the syrup)
- calories: 0 kcal
- carbohydrates: 0 g
- protein: 0 g
- fat: 0 g
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: none
- minerals: none
- nutritional benefit: essential for hydrating the syrup and helping dissolve sugar.
11. chopped walnuts or almonds (optional, for garnish)
- calories: approximately 185 kcal (for 28 g of walnuts)
- carbohydrates: 4 g
- protein: 4 g
- fat: 18 g (mostly unsaturated fats)
- sodium: 0 mg
- cholesterol: 0 mg
- vitamins: vitamin E, B-vitamins
- minerals: magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron
- nutritional benefit: adds healthy fats, protein, and fiber, along with beneficial vitamins and minerals that support heart and brain health.
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