Silvanas
Cookie sandwich fully coated and filled with buttercream, then coated again with nut-biscuit crumbs. A frozen treat that so sinful, you’ll find yourself asking for more.
So imagine a meringue cookie sandwich with buttercream filling and coating, then again coated with nut-biscuit crumbs…
I know, I know! It’s sinful, yeah?
I’ve heard rumors about this frozen dessert, but I was afraid to make my own to the painful fact that I always burn meringue cookies. I found out that a new found friend was selling these cookies, so I purchased some. Considering that I LOVE meringue, there was no question asked – I instantly loved it and promised myself that I will also make my own.
So… tadaaaaa!
This is so heavenly – the buttercream filling and coating with the melt in your mouth meringue cookies – PERFECT! I just had to keep myself away from the fridge so I don’t finish all in one sitting. 😛
Be happy that I didn’t finish everything so I could bring some to Angie’s Fiesta Friday #159 where Zeba and I are co-hosting. So what are you waiting for? Get ready to link up! 😉
Happy Fiesta Friday!
Silvanas
- Difficulty: easy
Ingredients:
For the meringue cookies:
- 2 ¼ cups cashew nuts, divided
- 6 egg large whites
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- ½ cup white sugar
For the buttercream:
- 1 cup salted butter, softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk (I used fresh milk)
For the crumb coating:
- ½ cup ground Marie biscuits
- Reserved grounded cashew nuts from making the meringue cookies
Instructions:
To make the meringue cookies:
- Preheat oven to 300 F. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a food processor, place cups of cashew nuts. Pulse until finely grounded. Set aside.
- In a bowl, add egg whites and cream of tartar. Beat until frothy. Gradually add white sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold 1 ¾ cup of the grounded cashew nuts. Reserve the remaining.
- Transfer the meringue into a piping bag and pipe mixture on the baking sheets forming an oval shape.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes or until the meringue cookies has turned lovely golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely. Once completely cooled, gently lift the meringue cookies from the baking sheet. Make sure not to stack them as they will stick. Set aside while making the buttercream.
To make the buttercream:
- In a bowl, add softened butter. Beat until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
- Lastly, gradually add the milk. (If you think the milk is not enough, you can add little by little.)
To assemble the Silvanas:
- In a bowl, mix the remaining ground cashew nuts and Marie biscuits.
- Take 1 meringue cookie. With the flat side facing outside, spread buttercream on the other side. Place another meringue cookie on top of the buttercream (again, with the flat facing outside), making them look like a sandwich.
- Cover all sides with buttercream and coat the wafers with the crumb coating.
- Do the same with the others.
- Chill in the fridge or freeze before serving.
Have a fabulous weekend!
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50 Comments
megha
very nice recipe its looking so good very nice color for recipe thank you for shearing keep it up.
cookandenjoyrecipes
Following you as I found you to through Lin’s 5 ingredient challenge which I believe you will be the judge. She asked me to participate and am so happy to be part of her challenge. Thank you as well.
I must say, these Cookies do look out of this world yummy. A definite pin to try out.
Jhuls
Hi, Esmé. I am very happy that you found me so I could meet you and follow your blog as well. I have judged few of Lin’s challenges and I am glad to be judging again. I am happy that you participated – the one assigned to you sounds great. I can’t wait to see what you have. 😀 Thanks for stopping by and for your lovely comment on these cookies. Take care! x
cookandenjoyrecipes
Thanks so much, love a challenge and always willing and ready to try out something new.
Jhuls
I mostly back out from challenges. Now, you inspire me. 😉 x
cookandenjoyrecipes
My motto. Share and Inspire Others!
I also run a monthly exchange. The new theme will be released at midnight, so check it out tomorrow and I hope you will particate.
Jhuls
That’s a good motto, Esmé. I will check your blog again to see if I can participate. I hope I can. 😉
cookandenjoyrecipes
Sure you can the new theme released wnd you will find it here. https://cookandenjoyrecipes.wordpress.com/2017/03/01/march-2017-share-and-inspire-others/
You have from now till the 10th to email me your link/s. Looking forward to your participation.
Thank you in advance
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hijackedbytwins
Wow Jhuls these look amazing! IO have never heard of silvanas but they look like the perfect summer treat! Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare x
Jhuls
They are amazing, Kirsty. I am glad to know you are enjoying. Thanks for stopping by. 😘
elizabethranger
These look wonderful, I love frozen meringues
Jhuls
They indeed were wonderful. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
FrugalHausfrau
Jhul, sinful sounds right! I’ve never heard of them and now I want one – or two!! Pinning!
Mollie
Kriska Marie
Aaaah…silvanas! I love them! Haven’t tried making one yet, but you definitely made it sound so easy. Great share as always! 🙂
Thanks for sharing it over at Food Friday. Hope to see you again! 🙂
Jhuls
Oh, silly! I thought I have replied to your comment. Sorry about that, Kriska. Anyway, thanks a lot for stopping by. Take care. x
Angela / Only Crumbs Remain
Ooh wow! They sound (and look) amazing. Until now I’d never heard of a Silvanas but I’m certainly going to be giving them a try – pinning!
Angela x
Jhuls
It is easy to make. I only find it messy for me. But I survived. Thanks, Angela. x
Jenny Paulin
I am so happy I popped across to haver a look, because I thought these were fishcakes form the thumbnail image over on #cookblogshare ! sorry about that. These sound delicious though and would go down very well with my family x
Jhuls
It’s okay, Jenny. They look like fishcakes, anyway. 😀 Thanks for stopping by. x
Jess
Oh these look and sound wonderful Jhuls!
Jhuls
Thank you, Jess. I am glad you are enjoying them. 🙂
jacdotbee
These look interesting Ive not seen anything like them before. bet they are tasty
Jhuls
These are difficult to be shipped unless kept in a mobile freezer, so I made them myself. I am delighted that you liked them. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
AnnMarie Irace
These are so unique that I want to try them! I love the ingredients…thanks for sharing the recipe.
Jhuls
They don’t look that pretty, but they are totally sinful. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
familyfriendsfoodblog
Wow, those look amazing! Easy to make them gluten-free, too 🙂
Jhuls
I was not very patient in going through this kind of process, but I am glad they turned out amazing! Thanks for stopping by and for leaving a kind comment. 🙂
Kearin
Yum! I feel like if they were in my house I would eat them all day….
Jhuls
I kept taking a bite after keeping it in the fridge and caught myself eating two. 😀 Thanks for swinging by – I am glad you liked these. 🙂
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Smiling Notes
I have never had these before but they sound and look absolutely delicious! Thanks for joining us at the Family joy blog link up party! Pinned!
Jhuls
Thanks for hosting a great party, Shamira. I am glad to be a part of Family Job Blog Link Up Party.
Smiling Notes
And it’s so great that you join us every week!! xoxo
Ai @Ai made it for you
I’ve never heard of silvanas but they look so good! Do the meringue cookies stay chewy in the center?
Thanks to you and Zeba for co-hosting! Happy Fiesta Friday!!
Jhuls
Yes, they remain chewy. They were really good! <3 Thanks for stopping by, Ai.
Julie is Hostess At Heart
Wow Jhuls, these cookies sound absolutely decadent! I’d love to bite into those beauties!
Jhuls
Go ahead and help yourself, Julie. 😀 Thanks for stopping by. x
Laura @ Feast Wisely
Happy belated Fiesta Friday Jhuls and wow do these look good – hit my weakness for ice cream but with the added bonus of lots of crunch too!
Jhuls
I used cashew nuts for the coating because I love the texture. Usually, cake crumb is used for the coating, but I feel that I would love the combination of biscuits and nuts, so that’s what I did. I am very much happy that they turned out how I wanted them to be… except for the perfect shape. But who cares about the shape, yeah? 😀 Thanks for stopping by, Laura. x
Laura @ Feast Wisely
Biscuits and nuts – yum, if only I were adventurous enough to make these Jhuls!
Zeba@Food For The Soul
love love love these…happy co-hosting. let me know if you want to split odds and even or go through all the wonderful dishes 🙂
Jhuls
I would love to go through all the lovely dishes! It’s better to ‘taste’ them all 😋 Happy to be co-hosting with you as well. Happy Fiesta Friday, Zeba! 😘
Zeba@Food For The Soul
Sounds good Jhuls!
Blogtastic Food
Silvanas is one of my favorite things to eat!! Nice post (:
Jhuls
Thank you so much. I am delighted that you are enjoying what you see. 🙂
nancyc
Wow, this sounds like a wonderful treat!
Jhuls
Thanks, Nancy. I am glad the texture turned out just fine. Happy FF!
thebusyspatula
Oh man. They almost look like ice cream sandwiches. Looks so good!
Jhuls
Exactly. They are like ice cream sandwiches.😋 Thanks for stopping by.