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Italian Chestnut Tortelli Cookies

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Italian Chestnut Tortelli Cookies are traditional Northern Italian treats made with a delicate pastry dough and filled with a sweet chestnut puree. Often enjoyed during holidays, they offer a rich, nutty flavor in a charming cookie form.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cooked chestnuts, finely chopped or pureed
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt to form a soft dough. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, mix the chestnut puree with honey and cinnamon in a separate bowl to form the filling.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  7. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter. Place a small spoonful of chestnut filling in the center of each.
  8. Fold each circle in half and press the edges to seal, forming a tortelli (half-moon) shape. Crimp edges with a fork if desired.
  9. Place cookies on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden.
  10. Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked and peeled chestnuts for convenience.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • You can freeze unbaked cookies and bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

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