6 Variations of Delicious Leaf Nastar Recipes, Perfect for Your Lebaran Jar

Nastar is one of the cookies that is synonymous with the Lebaran celebration. Its classic round shape filled with pineapple is a favorite for many. However, now nastar comes in various unique shapes, one of which is the attractive and beautiful leaf nastar.

With a leaf-like appearance, this nastar is not only delicious but also aesthetic for decorating the guest table during Lebaran. Its soft texture and sweet taste make anyone addicted. You can get creative with various fillings and additional ingredients to make leaf nastar even more special.

Here are six variations of leaf nastar recipes that you can try. Follow the steps and make special cookies for this year's Lebaran.

1. Classic Leaf Nastar Recipe

Classic leaf nastar maintains its authentic taste with a unique shape resembling a leaf. You can make it with simple ingredients that are easy to find.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of margarine

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 350 grams of all-purpose flour

• 50 grams of cornstarch

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

Instructions:

1. Beat the margarine, sugar, and egg yolks until smooth.

2. Add the flour and cornstarch, mix until smooth.

3. Shape the dough into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 150°C for 20 minutes.

2. Cheese Leaf Nastar Recipe

Cheese Leaf Nastar Recipe (credit: Cookpad Ratih Kurnia Sari)

The addition of cheese makes the leaf nastar recipe even more savory and crunchy. Perfect for those of you who enjoy a sweet and salty combination.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of butter

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 300 grams of all-purpose flour

• 50 grams of grated cheese

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

Instructions:

1. Beat the butter, sugar, and egg yolks until well combined.

2. Add the flour and grated cheese, mix until smooth.

3. Shape into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 160°C for 25 minutes.

3. Pandan Leaf Nastar Recipe

Nastar leaves with pandan aroma provide a fresh sensation and distinctive fragrance. Perfect for those of you who want a more unique flavor variation.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of margarine

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 300 grams of all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp pandan paste

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

Instructions:

1. Beat margarine, sugar, and egg yolks until soft.

2. Add flour and pandan paste, mix until well combined.

3. Shape into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 150°C for 20 minutes.

4. Chocolate Leaf Nastar Recipe

Chocolate Leaf Nastar Recipe (credit: Cookpad Paon Sari)

The combination of chocolate and pineapple in leaf nastar gives a richer flavor. You can try this recipe for a different flavor variant.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of butter

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 280 grams of all-purpose flour

• 20 grams of cocoa powder

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

How to Make:

1. Whisk the butter, sugar, and egg yolks until soft.

2. Add the flour and cocoa powder, mix until smooth.

3. Shape into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 160°C for 25 minutes.

5. Green Tea Leaf Nastar Recipe

Green tea provides a unique aroma and flavor. This leaf nastar recipe is perfect for those who love green tea flavor.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of margarine

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 280 grams of all-purpose flour

• 20 grams of matcha powder

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

How to Make:

1. Whisk the margarine, sugar, and egg yolks until soft.

2. Add the flour and matcha powder, mix well.

3. Shape into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 150°C for 20 minutes.

6. Red Velvet Leaf Nastar Recipe

Red Velvet Leaf Nastar Recipe (credit: Cookpad Dr. Mayya Butarbutar)

Leaf nastar with a touch of red velvet provides a beautiful color and distinctive flavor. An interesting option for you to try.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of butter

• 50 grams of powdered sugar

• 2 egg yolks

• 280 grams of all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp red velvet paste

• 100 grams of pineapple jam

How to Make:

1. Beat the butter, sugar, and egg yolks until well combined.

2. Add the flour and red velvet paste, mix well.

3. Shape into leaves, fill with pineapple jam.

4. Bake in the oven at 160°C for 25 minutes.

With six variations of the leaf nastar recipe above, you can try making more interesting cookies for Eid. Each variant offers a unique taste and appearance that family and guests will surely love. Don't hesitate to try and get creative with your favorite recipes!

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