Palli Biscuits (Peanut Cookies) is made using smooth groundnut paste (like natural peanut butter). The oil released from peanuts adds richness and crispness — no butter needed! These biscuits are soft inside and crunchy outside, making them an ideal tea-time treat.
Ingredients
- Roasted peanuts – 1 cup (grind to a smooth paste until oil releases)
- Powdered sugar – ½ cup
- Maida (all-purpose flour) – ¾ cup
Preparation Steps
- Prepare peanut paste
- Grind roasted peanuts in a mixer until smooth and creamy (oil should release naturally).
- Mix ingredients
- In a bowl, combine peanut paste and powdered sugar. Mix well until creamy.
- Add flour
- Add maida gradually and mix to form a soft dough.
- If it feels dry, add 1–2 tsp oil or milk for binding.
- Shape biscuits
- Roll small portions into balls, flatten gently, and place on a baking tray.
- Bake
- Bake at 170°C (340°F) for 12–15 minutes until edges turn light golden.
- Cool & store
- Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy with hot tea, coffee, or as a light dessert snack.
Health Benefits
- Peanuts provide protein, healthy fats, and energy.
- No butter means lower cholesterol and fewer saturated fats.
- Made with natural ingredients and no preservatives.
Tips
- Grind peanuts slowly until smooth — oil should release naturally.
- Don’t overbake; biscuits harden after cooling.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a few crushed peanuts on top.
Variations
- Jaggery version: Replace sugar with jaggery powder for a rustic flavor.
- Wheat version: Use wheat flour instead of maida for a healthy twist.
- No-flour version: Mix only peanut paste and sugar for a flourless chewy cookie.