6 Delicious, Soft, and Easy Classic Nastar Recipes - Can Be Made Without a Mixer

Classic nastar cookies are one of the favorite dry cookies of Indonesian families, especially during Eid and other festive occasions. Their soft texture, melting in the mouth, with a sweet and sour pineapple jam filling is the main attraction. It’s no wonder that classic nastar always becomes the star of every Eid cookie jar.

Although they seem simple, making classic nastar requires precision in choosing ingredients and timing in the baking process. There are various recipe variations that you can try, ranging from those using butter, full margarine, to economical versions. The key to successful classic nastar lies in the pastry dough and the softness of the pineapple filling.

At least, there are 6 best classic nastar recipes that you can try at home. Each recipe has its own characteristics and is suitable for beginners to those who are already accustomed to baking.

1. Classic Soft Melting Nastar

Soft Melting Classic Nastar (credit: Cookpad Anisa Nya Dino Pamungkas)

This recipe is perfect for those of you who love the soft texture of classic nastar that melts in your mouth. The combination of margarine and butter is the key to its soft crust. These nastar are perfect for serving when guests visit your home. The aroma alone is tempting from the moment they are baked.

Ingredients:

• 100 gr butter

• 150 gr margarine

• 100 gr powdered sugar

• 3 egg yolks

• 350 gr low-protein flour

• 2 tablespoons milk powder

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• Pineapple jam to taste (roll into balls beforehand)

• Egg yolk + a little liquid milk for brushing

Instructions:

1. Whip the butter, margarine, and powdered sugar for 1 minute.

2. Add the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well.

3. Add the flour, milk powder, and cornstarch. Stir with a spatula until smooth.

4. Take a little dough, flatten it, and add the pineapple jam filling.

5. Shape into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.

6. Bake at 150°C for 20 minutes, remove, and brush with egg yolk.

7. Bake again for 10 minutes until the surface is golden yellow.

2. Full Margarine Classic Nastar

If you prefer a classic nastar that is crispy and savory, this recipe uses full margarine without any butter added. The result is still delicious and suitable for home business. With simpler ingredients, you can still produce nastar that is tasty and loved by many. It is also perfect as a souvenir.

Ingredients:

• 250 gr margarine

• 80 gr powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 300 gr all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp milk powder

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• Round pineapple jam

• Egg yolk for brushing

How to Make:

1. Beat the margarine and powdered sugar briefly.

2. Add the egg yolks, mix until well combined.

3. Add the flour, milk, and cornstarch. Mix until the dough is smooth.

4. Take the dough, flatten it, and add the jam filling.

5. Shape into balls and arrange on a baking sheet.

6. Bake at 160°C for 25 minutes. Brush with egg yolk, then continue baking for another 5-10 minutes.

3. Classic Economical Nastar

Classic Economical Nastar (credit: Cookpad Ummu Marwa)

For those of you who want to try making classic nastar with more economical ingredients but still delicious, this recipe could be a choice. Perfect for large-scale production during Eid. With affordable ingredients, you can still serve nastar for your beloved family. The taste remains delicious and suits anyone's palate.

Ingredients:

• 200 gr margarine

• 50 gr powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 300 gr all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• Pineapple jam

• Egg yolk for brushing

Instructions:

1. Beat the margarine and powdered sugar until soft.

2. Add the egg yolks, mix well.

3. Add the flour and cornstarch, mix with a spatula.

4. Take a portion of the dough, fill it with pineapple jam.

5. Shape into balls and arrange on a baking tray.

6. Bake at 150°C for 30 minutes, brush with egg yolk, bake for another 10 minutes.

4. Classic Nastar Without a Mixer

Classic nastar can also be made without a mixer. This recipe is perfect for those of you who want to make nastar manually but still produce soft and delicious cookies. The simple processing makes this recipe friendly for beginners. The result remains soft and tempting.

Ingredients:

• 125 gr margarine

• 125 gr butter

• 75 gr powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 300 gr low-protein flour

• 2 tbsp powdered milk

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• Round pineapple jam

• Egg yolk for brushing

How to Make:

1. Mix margarine, butter, and powdered sugar with a spatula.

2. Add the egg yolks, mix well.

3. Add all the dry ingredients, mix gently until smooth.

4. Take the dough, fill with pineapple jam, shape into a ball.

5. Bake at 160°C for 25 minutes.

6. Brush with egg yolk and bake again until perfectly cooked.

5. Classic Nastar Without Eggs

Classic Nastar Without Eggs (credit: Cookpad Yunliana Law)

For those of you who are allergic or do not want to use eggs in the dough, this classic nastar recipe can be a solution. It remains soft and delicious, perfect for personal consumption or as a gift. The taste is still delightful even without eggs in the dough. You can serve it with confidence.

Ingredients:

• 200 gr margarine

• 50 gr butter

• 70 gr powdered sugar

• 300 gr all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp milk powder

• Pineapple jam

• Egg yolk (only for brushing, can be skipped if you want it completely egg-free)

Instructions:

1. Mix margarine, butter, and powdered sugar until well combined.

2. Add the dry ingredients, stir with a spatula until the dough is smooth.

3. Take the dough, flatten it, and add the pineapple jam filling.

4. Shape into balls, place on a baking tray.

5. Bake at 150°C for 30 minutes.

6. Brush with egg yolk if using, bake again until the surface is cooked.

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