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18. Bosnian Hurmasice Recipe

Bosnian Hurmasice Recipe

Crumbly cookies that melt in your mouth and are doused in a sweet syrup.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Bosnian
Keyword: Bosnian Hurmasice Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 464 kcal
18. Bosnian Hurmasice Recipe

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small pot for the syrup

Ingredients

For the Hurmasice:

  • 2 cups semolina flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Syrup:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the semolina flour, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  • Use your hands to form the dough into small balls, about the size of a walnut.
  • Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake the Hurmasice for 15-20 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown.
  • While the Hurmasice are baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, mix together the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the syrup thickens.
  • Once the Hurmasice are finished baking, remove them from the oven and immediately pour the syrup over them.
  • Let the Hurmasice cool and absorb the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure to let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling and cutting into shapes. This will make the dough easier to work with and prevent it from sticking.
When rolling out the dough, dust the surface and rolling pin with flour to prevent sticking.
To ensure that the cookies are evenly cooked, make sure they are spaced out evenly on the baking sheet.
For a more traditional taste, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough.
When making the syrup, be careful not to overcook it as this can cause it to become too thick and sticky.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g
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