These elegant prune cookie sticks are all about subtle flavours and delicate textures. Made with a simple shortbread-style dough, cold butter is gently rubbed into flour and icing sugar to create that classic sandy base, giving the cookies their light, crumbly bite. Finely chopped prunes add a natural sweetness and a soft chew, perfectly balancing the richness of the butter without making the cookies heavy or overly sweet.
The dough is rolled thin and chilled before baking, which helps the sticks hold their shape and bake evenly. Once in the oven, they turn lightly golden at the edges while staying tender inside. After cooling, each stick is dipped into silky melted white chocolate, adding a smooth, creamy finish that pairs beautifully with the mild fruitiness of prunes. A touch of lavender gel colour gives them a soft, aesthetic look, making them ideal for festive platters, edible gifting, or an elevated tea-time treat.
Crisp, buttery, lightly sweet, and visually stunning—these prune cookie sticks are proof that simple ingredients can create something truly special. Perfect for when you want a refined homemade cookie that feels both comforting and luxurious.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS
- Eggless
- Fun to make
- Unique flavours
- East to assemble
INGREDIENTS USED IN EGGLESS PRUNES COOKIE STICKS
FLOUR
Flour is the base ingredient in prunes cookie sticks, providing structure and stability to the cookies. It helps bind the other ingredients together, creating a dough that can hold its shape when baked into thin sticks.
PRUNES
Prunes add a tangy, fruity burst of flavor to cookie sticks. Their natural tartness balances the sweetness of the cookie dough and complements the creamy chocolate coating.
ICING SUGAR
Icing sugar is used in prunes cookie sticks to provide sweetness and a smooth texture. Its fine consistency blends easily into the dough, ensuring the cookies have a delicate, melt-in-the-mouth feel. It also contributes to the cookies’ light and tender crumb, making them perfect for dipping in ruby chocolate.
BUTTER
Butter is a key ingredient in prunes cookie sticks, providing richness and enhancing the flavor. It adds moisture to the dough, creating a tender and slightly crumbly texture.
MILK
Milk is used in prunes cookie sticks to bring moisture to the dough, helping to bind the ingredients together and create a smooth, pliable texture. It also adds a subtle richness and enhances the overall flavor.
EQUIPMENTS USED FOR MAKING EGGLESS PRUNES COOKIE STICKS
This recipe comes together quickly and hardly needs any equipment.
Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons are an integral part of any baker’s kitchen and it’s very important to measure ingredients with precision.
A spatula and a whisk help to bring in the dough together.
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TIPS TO MAKE EGGLESS PRUNES COOKIE STICKS
- After mixing the dough, chill it for at least 30 minutes. This makes it easier to shape into sticks and helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Roll the dough evenly and cut into consistent sticks to ensure even baking. Use a ruler or pastry cutter for precision.
- Bake at the recommended temperature (usually 170–180°)to ensure the cookies are crisp on the outside but not overbaked.
- Use a double boiler or microwave on low heat to melt white chocolate without burning it. Stir continuously for a smooth finish.
- Once the cookies are cool, dip them halfway into the chocolate. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing them on parchment paper to set.
- 1cup all purpose flour
- 6 tbsp icing sugar, sifted
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup (55g) butter, cold and cubed
- ¼ cup prunes , chopped
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 cup white chocolate chocolate , melted
- 2-3 drops of lavender gel food colour(optional)
- In a bowl, add flour, icing sugar , baking powder and cold butter. Using your fingers, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles sandy texture.
- Now add chopped prunes , milk.
- Combine everything to form a smooth dough.
- Take two sheets of parchment paper and roll out the dough between them 1 cm thick.
- Chill the dough in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. Once frozen, cut it into sticks.
- Bake the cookies at 180 degrees in a preheated oven for 12-15 mins or until edges are golden brown.
- Once the cookies come at room temperature dip them in chocolate and enjoy.
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