Authentic Italian Krumiri Recipe Guide

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Krumiri

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Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Equipment

• Equipment Needed
• Large mixing bowl
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Fine mesh sieve
• Piping bag with a star tip
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack

Ingredients

  

• Ingredients
• 200 g 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 100 g ½ cup fine cornmeal
• 120 g ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 100 g ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp lemon zest optional, for a citrusy twist
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

 

• Method
• Step 1: Prepare the Dough
• Cream the Butter and Sugar:
• In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. This step ensures the cookies have a tender texture.
• Incorporate the Egg Yolks:
• Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract (and lemon zest if using) for added aroma.
• Combine the Dry Ingredients:
• In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and salt. Gradually fold these into the butter mixture until a smooth, slightly stiff dough forms.
• Step 2: Shape the Krumiri
• Prepare the Piping Bag:
• Fit a piping bag with a star tip and fill it with the dough. If the dough feels too stiff, let it rest at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
• Pipe the Biscuits:
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Pipe the dough into crescent shapes about 3 inches long, leaving some space between each cookie.
• Step 3: Bake the Biscuits
• Preheat the Oven:
• Set your oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Bake to Perfection:
• Bake the cookies for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are golden. Avoid overbaking to preserve their tender crumb.
• Cool and Serve:
• Let the cookies cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
• Variations and Tips
• For Gluten-Free Krumiri: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Ensure the cornmeal is certified gluten-free.
• For a Dairy-Free Option: Replace butter with a plant-based margarine.
• Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon or substitute vanilla with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
• Shaping Tip: If you don’t have a piping bag, roll the dough into a log, cut into equal portions, and shape into crescents manually.
  

Keyword Krumiri

Originating from the Piedmont region of Italy, Krumiri are iconic crescent-shaped biscuits known for their delicate crunch and buttery, vanilla-infused flavor. These cookies were first created in the late 19th century, supposedly as a tribute to King Victor Emmanuel II’s handlebar mustache. Their simplicity and rich taste make them a timeless treat for tea time or as a snack.

From my own personal experience, making Krumiri is a deeply satisfying process that results in melt-in-your-mouth biscuits. Let me show you how I make these delightful cookies from scratch, ensuring even beginners can replicate this Italian classic.

Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Time to Stand: 15 minutes (cooling time)
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Ease of Cooking: Easy
• Servings: 24 cookies
• Calories: ~90 kcal per cookie
• Cost of Ingredients: Moderate ($10–$12)
• Cuisine: Italian
• Course: Dessert/Snack

Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Fine-mesh sieve
• Piping bag with a star tip
• Baking tray
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack
• Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #krumiri  here.

Ingredients

• 200 g (1 ¾ cups) all-purpose flour
• 100 g (½ cup) fine cornmeal
• 120 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 100 g (½ cup) granulated sugar
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for a citrusy twist)
• A pinch of salt
• Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #krumiri  here.

Method

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. This step ensures the cookies have a tender texture.
2. Incorporate the Egg Yolks:
   Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract (and lemon zest if using) for added aroma.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and salt. Gradually fold these into the butter mixture until a smooth, slightly stiff dough forms.

Step 2: Shape the Krumiri

1. Prepare the Piping Bag:
   Fit a piping bag with a star tip and fill it with the dough. If the dough feels too stiff, let it rest at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
2. Pipe the Biscuits:
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Pipe the dough into crescent shapes about 3 inches long, leaving some space between each cookie.

Step 3: Bake the Biscuits

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Set your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Bake to Perfection:
   Bake the cookies for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are golden. Avoid overbaking to preserve their tender crumb.
3. Cool and Serve:
   Let the cookies cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Variations and Tips

• For Gluten-Free Krumiri: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Ensure the cornmeal is certified gluten-free.
• For a Dairy-Free Option: Replace butter with a plant-based margarine.
• Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon or substitute vanilla with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
• Shaping Tip: If you don’t have a piping bag, roll the dough into a log, cut into equal portions, and shape into crescents manually.
• Check out the must-have equipment and ingredients for making a Savory  #krumiri  here.

Notes on What to Expect

Krumiri have a slightly crumbly texture with a delightful crunch from the cornmeal. Their buttery richness is complemented by subtle vanilla and citrus notes. These cookies pair beautifully with coffee, tea, or even a glass of sweet dessert wine.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

• Calories: 90 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 11 g
• Protein: 1.2 g
• Fat: 4.8 g
• Fiber: 0.5 g
• Sugar: 5 g

Closing

I hope this guide has made making Krumiri seem a little less daunting. Have you tried making them before? Please, be honest, and let me know in the comments below. I’d love to hear feedback from a real person like you, so please, leave your honest comment.