Finnish Cookie Sticks

Finnish Cookie Sticks, also known as ‘Piparkakut’, are a traditional Finnish treat often enjoyed during the holiday season. They are typically flavored with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, giving them a cozy and aromatic taste.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 42 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Finnish Cookie Sticks

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 42 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Almonds (chopped)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Fold in the chopped almonds.
7. Shape the dough into 12 sticks, each about 4 inches long.
8. Place the sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
11. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 12g

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.