Olive oil is not the most commonly used ingredient in sweet cookies, but there is really no reason for that, and the following cookies are a good proof of that.
The slightly bitter oil flavor mellows while baking, while adding a wonderful aroma and unique flavor to the cookies.
Using oil instead of butter not only makes these cookies easier to prepare, but also makes them perfect for those with lactose intolerance.
In the recipe here, I’ve paired this fruity and rich oil with almonds and fennel seeds, to enhances the Mediterranean flavors. I also added a bit of freshly ground four peppers mix, to give the cookies a nice interesting finish.
If you’re looking for crispy and tasty cookies, that are not too sweet and are very easy to make, these are for you. Try them and enjoy.
Makes: 20
Prep time: 10 minutes
Baking time: 12 minutes
Ingredients:
1 L egg
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1/3 cup good quality olive oil
1 cup flour
1/3 cup almond meal
1 Tbs fennel seeds
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground 4 peppers mix
1. Preheat the oven to 360F (180C). Line a cookie sheet with baking paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg and sugar, then add the oil and whisk again. Add the flour, almond meal, fennel seeds, salt and pepper, and knead briefly. Divide the dough into 20 ping-pong size balls and place in the pan. Use a fork to flatten the balls and create a decorative pattern on top.
3. Bake for 12 minutes, until the cookies are golden. Let cool to room temperature in the pan. The cookies will crisp up after cooling.
Interesting ingredients. These cookies looks so perfect. Would like to try this soon.
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Thank you Dimple, I’m glad you liked the cookies. They turned out so tasty, and are very easy to make. I’ll be making them again soon. 🙂
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Very tasty recipe…..love to taste it 🙂
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Thank you Priyabrataa, I’m glad you liked the recipe. Hope you’ll try and enjoy the cookies. 🙂
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Very impressive share…I ll deffo make a try…and the cookies look so tempting😋
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Thank you Jyo! These are simple but very tasty and easy to make cookies. I hope you’ll enjoy them. 🙂
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Mmh 🙂 Very tasty!
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Thank you Ursula, I’m glad you liked the recipe. 🙂
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What a great recipe, Ronit. I don’t have a massive sweet tooth so these would be perfect. I also adore fennel seeds but haven’t used them in baking before. Must try!
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Thank you Tracey, I’m glad you liked the recipe. If you like fennel seeds, I’m sure you’ll love it in baking. They add such wonderful flavor. Well worth trying! 🙂
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These cookies look very yummy! 😋
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Thank you Ursula, I’m glad you liked the cookies. 🙂
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I bought a big bag of fennel seeds last year in India and this will be a great way to use some. Thanks.
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Sounds like a plan Peggy! I hope you’ll enjoy these tasty cookies as much as I did. 🙂
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I love fennel seeds but have never used them in a cookie. I think the combination of flavours would be delicious. I will definitely be trying these out shortly!
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Thank you Marcella, I’m glad you liked the recipe. If you love fennel, I’m sure you’ll love it in cookies as well. They add such wonderful flavor. Well worth trying. 🙂
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I’ve seen recipes with olive oil in cakes so why not in cookies! I’m sure they are delicious 🙂
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You’re right Judi, there are more recipes for cakes with olive oil than cookies, but the results are just as good. Well worth trying! 🙂
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How unusual, Ronit. Fennel and ground peppers mix. What a combo. ❤️🙃
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Thank you Mary, I’m glad you liked this combination. You know by now that I like to spice things up! 🙂
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These look and sound wonderful! And unique!
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Thank you Dianna, I’m glad you liked the cookies. 🙂
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I’m loving these Migraine-friendly cookies. It can be so hard to find a cookie that doesn’t have chocolate in it and is not super sweet. Thanks Ronit for sharing this recipe. Bravo! 💜💜💜💜
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Thank you Adele, I’m glad you liked the recipe and that it qualifies as Migraine-friendly. Hope you’ll enjoy it. 🙂
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Very interesting recipe. I do use olive oil in baking, but fennel is new for me. Thank you, Ronit, for yet another great idea!
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Thank you Dolly! Fennel seeds add such a wonderful flavor and aroma to the cookies. Well worth trying! 🙂
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Certainly will, thank you, Ronit!
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These are dainty and delicious little morsels! I love that you used olive oil and I could never say no to anything with fennel!
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Thank you Marisa, I’m glad you liked the cookies. I too am a big fan of fennel, and with these I’ve fount it works very well with olive oil. Definitely a keeper! 🙂
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Very interesting set of ingredients in a cookie.. Fennel is my fav spice which I always use in savory dishes but have never used in desserts.. A must try recipe for me ! Thx for sharing..
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Thank you Neetha, I’m glad you liked the recipe. If you like fennel in savory dishes, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it with sweet dishes as well. Hope you’ll enjoy the cookies. 🙂
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What beautiful cookies! I’d never guess they had olive oil in them. They look scrumptious!
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Thank you Mollie, I’m glad you liked the recipe. Using the oil makes it so easy to prepare the cookies, while adding such a nice flavor. Definitely a keeper! 🙂
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I also love the idea of using olive oil in bakes esp cookies & cakes. They do turn out well. Nicely done.
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Thank you Vidya, I’m glad you liked recipe. I’ll be looking for your recipes using olive oil. 🙂
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Wow… superb recipe. Looks fabulous
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Thank you Ruchi! 🙂
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I love fennel! Never heard of using olive oil but why not! They look delicious!!
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Thank you Diane, I’m glad you liked the recipe. If you like fennel, I’m sure you’ll enjoy the cookies. 🙂
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I’m very excited about this recipe since we have these cookies in Spain (or similar) never knew how to make them though. So thank you 👍😊
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Thank you Myra, I’m glad you liked the recipe. It’s very interesting to learn they have similar cookies in Spain. I only visited Madrid and didn’t see such ones, but it definitely fits with the flavorings of Spain. Guess my Sephardic ancestry subconsciously led me there! I hope you’ll enjoy them as well. 🙂
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Mmmmm these look so comforting.
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Thank you Rachel! 🙂
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Loving this; sweet and savoury Mediterranean feel to it, ideal while nibbling on a bit of cheese 🙂
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You’re so right Franck, these cookies pair so well with cheese. Add some fresh grapes on the plate and life looks so much better! 🙂
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Beautiful & delicious cookies !
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Thank you Megala! 🙂
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Nice Recipe!!
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Thank you Jyoti! 🙂
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Lovely cookies!! Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you Sneha. I’m glad to share. 🙂
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Ronit, you have a real talent for the delicate art of cookie making. Lovely indeed.
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Thank you Conor, so nice to hear. I do enjoy making cookies and these turned out so tasty. Well worth trying. 🙂
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Delicious combo~! Fennel in a sweet context is as rare as it is yummy 🙂 The olive oil is a new turn I have yet to try, but since I’ve leafed – and thought – through an italian, olive-oil-focused, cookbook with a huge section on sweets just a couple of days ago, I can imagine how wonderfully this will work out~ Yum!
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Thank you Diana! The book sounds wonderful. I’m a huge fan of olive oil in both savory and sweet dishes. It worked so well with the fennel in these cookies. Well worth trying. 🙂
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These sound absolutely lovely! I pinned them to make later. I am loving olive oil in baked goods lately!!
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Thank you Abbey, I’m glad you liked the recipe. I hope you’ll enjoy the cookies. Olive oil is really great for baking. 🙂
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Mmmmm cookies. It’s interesting that you used olive oil and fennel. They must be an interesting mix of flavours.
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Thank you Rini, I’m glad you liked the recipe. The combination of olive oil and fennel worked so well. Highly recommended. 🙂
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I suspect you’re right about the olive oil in these cookies. They look yummy!
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Thank you Joanne, I’m glad you liked the cookies. The olive oil works great with this type of cookies. Worth trying! 🙂
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Looks so delicious!!! Can’t wait to try it ! Thanks for sharing ☺
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Thank you Nithya, I’m glad you liked the cookies. Hope you’ll enjoy them. 🙂
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Fennel + almond + olive oil mmmmm sounds lovely! The olive oil should be grassy or less?
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I used a fairly strong extra virgin oil, as I wanted a bit of bitterness in the cookies, but the flavor has mellowed quite a bit while baking, so it’s really up to whatever you prefer.
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Seems stronger one goes well. May be because of fennel.
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These sound really good Ronit – the almond meal and fennel seeds are both such beautiful flavours. Very intriguing recipe.
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Thank you Lindy, I’m glad you liked the recipe. This mix of ingredients worked so well, I already made it again. 🙂
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What a delicious cookie! I really love fennel seeds and I didn’t know it it possible use them in such a good way! ☺️ I would like to let you know that I nominated you for Mystery Blogger Award. Feel free to have a look https://withcoloursandcanitointhekitchen.blog/2017/08/17/mystery-blogger-award/
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I’m glad you liked the cookies Vero, and thank you for the nomination, which I highly appreciate. I’m sorry that for lack of time I can’t participate in the award scene. I hope you understand. 🙂
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Of course, I do understand! 😉 And I am definitely going to try this cookie. Our aupair loves sweets and I want to prepare for her always something different 🙈 So thank you for inspiration ❤️
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Thank you and hope you’ll enjoy the cookies. 🙂
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Very nice recipe, I love the criss-cross pattern you make on the cookies! Inspiring 😋
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Thank you Joelle, I’m glad you liked the recipe and found it inspiring. 🙂
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A unique and wonderful recipe! A must try for me. I love the flavors and the oil would add a great texture and taste!
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Thank you Lyn, I’m glad you liked the recipe. I hope you’ll enjoy it. 🙂
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So trying these! Yummy!!!
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Thank you Sue Ellen, I’m glad to hear. I hope you’ll enjoy the cookies. I’ll be happy to hear your comments. 🙂
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These look great!
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Thank you! 🙂
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Almost like peanut butter cookies. These sound and look delicious 😋
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Thank you Randy, these cookies are indeed delicious. 🙂
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Well, this is the original recipe and I already love it! 😋
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Thank you Antonella, this recipe is one of my favorites. I’m glad you liked it. 🙂
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