Dutch Speculaas Cookies (With Slivered Almonds on Top)

Speculaas cookies are a traditional Dutch treat, often enjoyed during the holiday season. They are known for their fragrant spices and crunchy texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Dutch Speculaas Cookies (With Slivered Almonds on Top)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Dutch Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Butter
• 150 gram Brown sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• 300 gram All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground ginger
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground cloves
• 50 gram Slivered almonds

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a log, and wrap in plastic wrap.
6. Refrigerate the dough logs for at least 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Slice the dough logs into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Press a few slivered almonds onto the top of each cookie.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 7g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.