Egyptian Betefour Cookies

Betefour Cookies decorated with chocolate, pistachios and jam in a gift box

5 from 3 votes

These classic Egyptian Betefour cookies (also known as petit four cookies) are delicate, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth treats traditionally served during holidays and Eid. Decorated with chocolate, pistachios, or jam. They’re elegant, festive, and perfect for gifting or enjoying with tea.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 100 Cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Egyptian, Middle Eastern

Calories: 90

Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients

For Vanilla Betefour

3 egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups unsalted butter - softened
7 tbsp unsalted butter - softened
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Pinch of salt
4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

For Chocolate Betefour

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp unsalted butter - softened
2 tbsp oil

For decoration (optional)

Melted chocolate
Crushed pistachios
Jam (apricot or strawberry)

Method

Make Vanilla Dough

Beat butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
Mix in egg whites and vanilla until smooth.
Add salt and gradually add the flour to the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.

Make Chocolate Dough

Transfer 1/2 vanilla dough to another bowl.
Mix in cocoa powder, butter, and oil until smooth.

Shape Betefour Cookies

Transfer dough into a cookie press or a piping bag with a star tip and pipe shapes onto a lined baking tray. Or shape with your hands or even a fork ( see video).

Bake Cookies

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Decorate Betefour

Let them cool down for about 10 minutes.
Dip in chocolate, add pistachios, or sandwich with jam.
Serve Betefour cookies arranged on a big platter.