Kue putri salju facts for kids
White sugar-powdered putri salju
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| Type | Kue kering (traditional cookie) |
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| Course | Snack, dessert |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Region or state | Southeast Asia |
| Associated national cuisine | Indonesia |
| Serving temperature | Room temperature |
| Main ingredients | Flour, butter, egg yolks, powdered sugar |
| 62 (per 12.0 gr) kcal | |
Putri salju is a special Indonesian cookie. Its name means "snow princess" in Indonesian. This name comes from the white powdered sugar that covers the cookies, making them look like they are dusted with snow.
These delicious cookies are shaped like little crescents. They are a popular treat, especially during big celebrations and holidays. You'll often find them served during Lebaran (a Muslim holiday), Natal (Christmas), and Imlek (Chinese New Year). You can usually buy putri salju cookies in air-tight jars. Look for them in traditional markets, bakeries, and supermarkets.
How Putri Salju Cookies Are Made
Making putri salju cookies starts with a soft dough. This dough is a mix of fine flour, cornstarch, butter (or margarine), and egg yolks. Once the dough is ready, it's shaped into small crescents. Then, these cookies are baked in an oven until they are golden and cooked through.
After baking, the cookies need to cool down slowly. They are left until they reach room temperature. This cooling step is important for the next part. Once cool, the cookies get their famous "snow" coating. Powdered sugar is either sprinkled on top, or the cookies and sugar are put into a bag and shaken gently. This makes sure every cookie is covered evenly with the sweet sugar.
To keep putri salju cookies fresh and their sugar coating perfect, they must be stored in air-tight containers. This stops the sugar from getting sticky by absorbing moisture from the air. These sweet cookies are a favorite snack for many people in Indonesia, especially children.
Different Kinds of Putri Salju
While the classic putri salju is covered in powdered sugar, there are now many fun variations. Some cookies include cheese for a savory twist. Others have chocolate mixed into the dough or drizzled on top. A very popular version is made with pandan, a plant that gives the cookies a lovely green color and a unique smell.
