The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 3162 — Egyptian Tea or Coffee Squares
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 3162 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Stir 5 eggs continuously in one direction for about half an hour. Add 1½ glasses fine sugar, zest of 1 lemon, a little ground cinnamon and cloves, and enough flour to make dough that can be rolled out thoroughly.
Roll to the thickness of a little finger, cut into squares and bake in a moderately heated oven.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 3162. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.